Over-supplementation of some nutrients among older people may be problematic. For example, too much ________ can cause calcification of soft tissues such as the heart and liver

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


Vitamin D

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A 71-year-old female patient complains of the sudden onset of shortness of breath and rapid breathing. She also states that she is experiencing some chest pain that seems to worsen when she takes a deep breath. The primary assessment shows her to be alert and oriented with a patent airway and rapid breathing that is adequate. Her pulse rate is 92 and her blood pressure is 116/68 mmHg. When obtaining a history, which of these statements made by the patient should raise your suspicion that the patient may be experiencing a pulmonary embolism?

A) "I think that I may also have a fever." B) "I had leg surgery five days ago." C) "I just started a new blood pressure medication today." D) "I had a headache earlier and took an aspirin."

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Which of the following would you include when performing venipuncture using an evacuation system? 

A. Bunch up the patient's skin above and below the insertion site B. Insert the needle at a 45º angle with the bevel side down C. Penetrate the vein wall to a depth of 1/4 to 1/2 inch D. Leave the tourniquet on until after you withdraw the needle from the vein E. Be careful not to invert collection tubes that have additives in them

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Solve the calculations using Roman numerals. 35 + 3 =

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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A solution with a pH level of ________ is considered neutral

A) 4 B) 5 C) 7 D) 8

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