A patient is diagnosed with anemia and asks the nurse what nutrients are important for RBC formation. The nurse bases an answer on the understanding that which nutrients are essential for production of healthy red cells?
a. Iron, folic acid, and vitamin B12
b. Vitamin C, vitamin D, and selenium
c. Vitamin A, calcium, and phosphorus
d. Aluminum, vitamin E, and beta carotene
ANS: A
Iron, folic acid, and vitamin B12 are all essential to production of healthy RBCs. A deficiency of any of these nutrients can cause anemia. B, C, and D are not associated with anemia.
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The nurse is conducting a health assessment with a patient. What will the nurse do when completing this health assessment? (Select all that apply.)
A) Complete the health history. B) Interpret findings. C) Formulate a plan of care D) Implement a plan of care. E) Conduct a physical examination.
The main activities of daily living include: a. sleeping, eating and eliminating. b. controlling body temperature, communicatingand maintaining a safe environment
c. personal cleansing, dressing and mobilising. d. all of the above.