Which of the following is the best statement by the nurse regarding dietary supplements commonly used by athletes?
1. "Much of the research done with these dietary supplements can be generalized to the public. " 2. "They can prevent certain health conditions.". 3. "The Food and Drug Administration regulates their product testing procedures.". 4. "There is no actual proof that they are safe or effective.".
4 Rationale: Unfortunately, research about dietary supplements often involves only very small groups of participants and so the research shouldn't be generalized. Dietary supplements cannot be marketed to state that they prevent or treat any health condition. The Food and Drug Administration does not regulate product testing procedures for these types of products. The best answer is that there is no actual proof that these products are safe or effective, because this information is not required to be proven.
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