Which of the following statements is true of iron intake by the body?
A. Strict vegetarians are less likely to develop a dietary deficiency of iron.
B. After age 20, healthy males require more iron intake than do females.
C. The amount of iron in the body is maintained at a relatively constant level between 15 and 20 g.
D. The recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for iron should be between 10 and 18 mg.
Answer: D
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When the spouse of a client diagnosed with dysthymia asks what the major difference is between
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A nurse is moving to another state where she plans to practice nursing. Which of the following should she do to legally practice in another state?
a. Take the NCLEX exam for that state. b. Seek reciprocity in the state. c. Present the previous state license at the time of hire. d. Seek a different profession.
The presence of which medical diagnosis in a client would make it most likely that a nurse may need to use medical coercion?
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