A nurse is reviewing her client's medication list and asks if he is taking any vitamins or herbal supplements. The client responds that he is only taking vitamins, which are not really medications. How does the nurse respond?

Question

a. Vitamins are organic chemicals that are essential for normal growth and development but may have adverse effects if not taken as indicated.
b. Vitamins are organic chemicals that are safe to take, so we only need to document them to have a complete record.
c. Vitamins are organic chemicals that are essential for normal growth and development and will be excreted by your kidneys when taken in larger amounts.
d. Vitamins are organic chemicals that are essential for normal growth and development but are only needed if you have an illness.

Answer 1

a. Vitamins are organic chemicals that are essential for normal growth and development but may have adverse effects if not taken as indicated.
FEEDBACK:
a. Vitamins are organic chemicals that are essential for normal growth and development but may have adverse effects if not taken as indicated.
b. Some vitamins and supplements are unsafe when combined with prescribed medications. .
c. Fat-soluble vitamins are metabolized and excreted from the body at a much slower rate, potentiating a toxic effect. .
d. Vitamins and minerals are essential for good health and most can be obtained through balanced nutrition. Clients with illness, inadequate nutrition, and changes in development such as pregnancy may require increased supplemental requirements. .