What are the indications for vitamin therapy? (Select all that apply.) Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.

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Vitamin therapy is indicated in situations where there is an increased need for vitamins or when dietary intake and absorption are insufficient. During pregnancy, there is an increased need for certain vitamins to support the health of the mother and the developing fetus. Alcoholism can lead to malnutrition and specific vitamin deficiencies, such as thiamine, due to poor dietary intake and impaired absorption. Chronic kidney disease can result in deficiencies of certain vitamins due to dietary restrictions, alterations in metabolism, and losses during dialysis. Heart disease and hypertension are not directly treated with vitamin therapy, although a healthy diet rich in certain vitamins may be part of overall management.

What Are the Indications for Vitamin Therapy? (Select All That