Historically, deficiency of niacin was sometimes misdiagnosed as
a. alcoholism.
b. mental illness.
c. viral infection.
d. iron deficiency anemia.
B
Niacin deficiency was sometimes misdiagnosed as mental illness because of it causes symptoms of dementia. Alcoholism may contribute to niacin deficiency. Niacin deficiency is not generally related to viral infection or iron deficiency anemia.
You might also like to view...
The nurse is assessing a client's skin and notes that the color of the skin, nails, and the client's mucous membranes are very light. Which of the following descriptions would the nurse use when documenting this finding?
1. Cyanosis 2. Pallor 3. Erythema 4. Jaundice
A married woman has made the decision to use a diaphragm as her primary method of birth control. What instructions should the clinic nurse provide regarding care of, insertion, and removal of the diaphragm? Select all that apply
a. Avoid using mineral oil body products b. Wash diaphragm monthly with mild soap and water c. A dusting of cornstarch is appropriate after drying the diaphragm d. Remove the diaphragm by catching the rim from below the dome e. On insertion, direct the diaphragm down toward the space below the cervix
The nurse is caring for a patient who is being treated for cerebral vasospasm with a medical treatment known as triple-H therapy
Which assessment data confirm that the treatment is currently effective? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Mean arterial pressure (MAP) 110 mmHg 2. Hematocrit 34% 3. Sodium of 125 mg/dL 4. Urine output 40 ml/hr 5. BP 170/96
A nurse has held a media event to publicize the need for funding for immunizations and lobbied decision makers by providing pertinent statistical information about the risks and benefits of immunizations. The nurse is known as a
a. nurse citizen. b. nurse activist. c. nurse politician. d. nurse clinician.