A megadose of supplementation is defined as
A. 4-5 times the RDA.
B. 7-9 times the RDA.
C. 2-3 times the RDA.
D. 10-20 times the RDA.
Answer: D
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A. Allopathic treatments may cause adverse effects that a person can't tolerate. B. It has a better empirical basis than do allopathic treatments. C. Insurance reimburses alternative care treatments at the same rate or better than allopathic treatments. D. Training for alternative care practitioners is closely regulated and licensed.
An unfortunate but essential role of the nurse is protecting the infant from abduction. Which statement regarding the profile of a potential abductor is the most accurate?
a. Male gender b. A young woman who has had a previous pregnancy loss c. A middle-aged woman past childbearing age d. A female with a number of children of her own
A client with a history of myocardial infarctions tells the nurse that he has been smoking for 35 years and it does not matter now if he stops. The best response by the nurse would be:
1. "It will reduce your risk of lung cancer.". 2. "Your risk of continued coronary heart disease will decrease by half when you stop.". 3. "It will decrease any complications you might develop.". 4. "It will enhance the effects of your medications.".
Which are examples of environmental health awareness? Select all that apply
A. Advocating legislation to require use of recyclable bags in department and discount stores. B. Helping raise funds for a lead screening program in the inner city schools. C. Including questions related to occupation of family members in health histories. D. Adopting political action to require the local school board to ensure each playground has soft cushioning material under swings and climbing equipment. E. Recognizing that health promotion requires each individual to accept personal responsibility. F. Speaking to high school groups about using sunscreen when on the beach.