The client with megaloblastic anemia asks the nurse what causes this disorder. The nurse's best response is:
a. "Megaloblastic anemia results from inadequate iron and niacin in your diet."
b. "Megaloblastic anemia results from inadequate stores of vitamin K and vitamin C in the body."
c. "Megaloblastic anemia results from vitamin B12 or folic acid deficiency or both."
d. "We really don't know the cause, but it probably is related to your smoking."
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: This is not the cause of megaloblastic anemia.
B Incorrect: This is not the cause of megaloblastic anemia.
C Correct: This is the cause of megaloblastic anemia.
D Incorrect: This is not the cause of megaloblastic anemia.
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