Who among the following is least likely to be prescribed oral and parenteral supplements?
A. Sam, an elderly cancer patient
B. Alex, a 16-year-old high school student
C. Ava, a pregnant 32-year-old woman
D. Derek, a national-level swimming champion
Answer: B
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A patient with a history of rheumatoid arthritis reports mobility impairment as a result of hip and knee joint stiffness
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