Flash. Herbals and Supplements. SupplementsJesus PerezAugust 10, 2023 Welcome to your Flash. Herbals and Supplements. Supplements 1. Flashcard# 1. SupplementsA patient is taking high doses of vitamin C supplements. Which potential side effect should the nurse counsel the patient about?Diarrhea and potential kidney stones. 2. Flashcard# 2. SupplementsWhich supplement should a nurse recommend to a vegan patient concerned about a potential deficiency in their diet?Vitamin B12, as it is primarily found in animal products. 3. Flashcard# 3. SupplementsAn older adult female patient is at risk for osteoporosis. Along with vitamin D, what other supplement might the provider recommend?Calcium. 4. Flashcard# 4. SupplementsA patient who takes iron supplements complains of constipation. What should the nurse suggest?Increase fluid and fiber intake and consider taking the supplement with a stool softener. 5. Flashcard# 5. SupplementsWhich supplement may decrease the effectiveness of warfarin and increase the risk of clot formation?Vitamin K. 6. Flashcard# 6. SupplementsA patient on long-term proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) may be at risk for deficiency of which vitamin due to decreased stomach acidity?Vitamin B12. 7. Flashcard# 7. SupplementsA patient mentions using zinc lozenges for cold prevention. The nurse should educate the patient about which potential side effect of excessive zinc?Altered sense of smell and taste. 8. Flashcard# 8. SupplementsAn adolescent athlete asks the nurse about creatine supplementation. What is an important consideration the nurse should discuss?The long-term effects of creatine are unknown, and there's potential for kidney damage. 9. Flashcard# 9. SupplementsA patient taking a magnesium supplement complains of diarrhea. What should the nurse advise?Diarrhea can be a side effect of magnesium and the patient should discuss the dosage with their healthcare provider. 10. Flashcard# 10. SupplementsWhich of the following supplements should be used with caution in patients taking antihypertensive medications due to the risk of lowering blood pressure too much?Fish oil. 1 out of 10 Please fill in the comment box below. Time's up
