The nurse is aware that efficient absorption of calcium is assisted by
1. intrinsic factor.
2. coenzymes.
3. phosphorus.
4. vitamin D.
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Rationale 1: Efficient absorption of calcium is not associated with intrinsic factor.
Rationale 2: Efficient absorption of calcium is not associated with coenzymes.
Rationale 3: Efficient absorption of calcium is not associated with phosphorus.
Rationale 4: Efficient absorption of calcium is assisted by vitamin D.
Global Rationale: Efficient absorption of calcium is assisted by vitamin D. It is not associated with intrinsic factor, coenzymes, or phosphorus.
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