The nurse is reviewing conditions caused by nutrient deficiencies.Conditions such as infantile rickets,tetany,and osteomalacia are caused by a deficiency in which vitamin or mineral?

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Infantile rickets, tetany, and osteomalacia are all caused by a deficiency in vitamin D. Vitamin C deficiency can lead to scurvy, zinc deficiency can lead to growth retardation and skin disorders, and vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to pernicious anemia and neurological problems.

The Nurse Is Reviewing Conditions Caused by Nutrient Deficiencies