An elderly woman in a nursing home no longer goes outside to enjoy the sunshine and fresh air,has reduced her meat intake because her dentures don't fit well,and has recently been having difficulty concentrating on conversations with others.She may be developing a deficiency of which vitamins?

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​An elderly woman in a nursing home no longer goes outside to enjoy the sunshine and fresh air,has reduced her meat intake because her dentures don't fit well,and has recently been having difficulty concentrating on conversations with others.She may be developing a deficiency of which vitamins?

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The elderly woman's decreased exposure to sunlight suggests a potential deficiency in vitamin D, while her reduced meat intake and denture issues suggest she may not be getting enough vitamin B12. Both of these are common deficiencies in older adults.

​An Elderly Woman in a Nursing Home No Longer Goes

An Elderly Woman in a Nursing Home No Longer Goes