A client asks the nurse if it is true that vitamin C supplements prevent or cure the common cold. The nurse replies that:
1. "It has been studied but there is no scientific proof that it is useful.".
2. "If you take 1 gram a day it will help prevent colds but it will not cure them.".
3. "Vitamin C supplements work best for children who get frequent colds.".
4. "Vitamin supplements are expensive and not necessary for most people.".
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Rationale: The practice of taking vitamin C supplements to prevent or cure the common cold has been around for years. Scientific studies have been done and are ongoing, but there is no definitive evidence of its benefit. Since there is no evidence, the nurse should not recommend it to clients, children, or adults. Some vitamin supplements are expensive, but the client was not asking about cost.
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