Taken in large doses, vitamins are classified as ________ rather than nutrients.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
drugs
When a vitamin is taken in a large dose, it is classified as a drug rather than a nutrient because it may cause toxic effects.
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A. High fiber B. High potassium C. Low saturated fat D. Low sodium
Which other term can the nurse use to describe the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987?
a. Medicaid Act b. Nursing Home Reform Act c. Diagnostic Related Group Act d. Magnet Recognition Act
The nurse is aware that skin turgor best estimates what?
a. Perfusion b. Adequate hydration c. Amount of body fat d. Amount of anemia
Clinical testing of a new compound that has promise as a new prescription drug cannot begin until a(n) ______ is submitted to the FDA.
3 A. IND B. LD50 C. Phase 2 trial D. none of the above