While obtaining the health history of a client with premenstrual syndrome (PMS), the client reports taking 500 mg of vitamin B6daily. Theclient asks if this will help to provide relief from the pain. Which suggestion would be most appropriate?
A) Stop taking the vitamin supplement.
B) Increase the dosage a little to help cope with the symptoms.
C) Take the supplement only after meals.
D) Use soy products instead of the vitamin B .6

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Taking 500 mg of vitamin B6 daily is significantly higher than the recommended dietary allowance (RDA) and can lead to toxicity. The RDA for vitamin B6 for adults under 50 is 1.3 mg per day, and high doses can cause neurological disorders among other side effects. Therefore, stopping the high-dose supplement is the most appropriate suggestion.

While Obtaining the Health History of a Client with Premenstrual