A nursing history on a 16-year-old female reveals that the adolescent takes a multivitamin with 0.5 mg of fluoride and 0.4 mg of folic acid each day.The concern the nurse should bring to the attention of the physician is the:

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The concern that the nurse should bring to the attention of the physician is the presence of fluoride in the multivitamin, as excessive fluoride intake can cause fluorosis and other health problems. The amount of fluoride in the multivitamin is within the recommended range, and there is no evidence to suggest that the adolescent needs an iron supplement. The intake of folic acid is also within normal limits and is not a cause for concern.

A Nursing History on a 16-Year-Old Female Reveals That the Adolescent