A client has a pigmented rash on the sun-exposed areas of their skin. The nurse recognizes which nutrient deficiency causing this condition?

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Niacin deficiency can lead to a condition called pellagra, which is characterized by dermatitis, diarrhea, and dementia. The dermatitis often appears in areas of the skin that are exposed to sunlight, leading to a pigmented rash.

A Client Has a Pigmented Rash on the Sun-Exposed Areas