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A nurse collecting data on a client who has vitamin C deficiency.
Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

Bleeding gums.

Impaired vision.

Swollen tongue.

Diarrhea.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

Choice A rationale:

Bleeding gums is a common symptom of vitamin C deficiency, also known as scurvy.

Choice B rationale:

Impaired vision is not typically associated with vitamin C deficiency.

Choice C rationale:

A swollen tongue is not a typical symptom of vitamin C deficiency.

Choice D rationale:

Diarrhea is not a common symptom of vitamin C deficiency. In fact, high doses of vitamin C can cause diarrhea.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

Choice A rationale:

Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin. Clients with acute pancreatitis often have difficulty absorbing fat, including fat-soluble vitamins, so supplementation may be necessary.

Choice B rationale:

Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin, not a fat-soluble vitamin.

Choice C rationale:

Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin, not a fat-soluble vitamin.

Choice D rationale:

Vitamin B is a water-soluble vitamin, not a fat-soluble vitamin.

A. Metabolic acidosis. B. Metabolic alkalosis. C. Respiratory alkalosis. D. Respiratory acidosis.

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Choice A rationale:

Metabolic acidosis would likely present with rapid, deep breathing (Kussmaul respirations), not slow and shallow breathing.

Choice B rationale:

The client’s symptoms of vomiting (which can cause a loss of stomach acid), dizziness, palpitations, and numbness and tingling in the extremities and around the mouth are consistent with metabolic alkalosis.

Choice C rationale:

Respiratory alkalosis would likely present with rapid breathing, not slow and shallow breathing.

Choice D rationale:

Respiratory acidosis would likely present with rapid, shallow breathing, not slow and shallow breathing.

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A nurse collecting data on a client who has vitamin C deficiency.Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

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A nurse collecting data on a client who has vitamin C deficiency.
Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?