A client who had a biliopancreatic diversion about one year ago demonstrates an attitude change. After learning that the client stopped taking prescribed vitamin and mineral supplements, which problem should the nurse suspect that this client is experiencing?
A) Vitamin B3 deficiency that resulted in pellagra
B) Vitamin B6 deficiency that resulted in increased stress
C) Vitamin D deficiency that results in bone demineralization
D) Vitamin C deficiency that resulted in wet beri beri

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Restrictive surgery can decrease absorption of vitamins and minerals in the diet including niacin, the cause of pellagra. Although vitamins B6, D, and C are essential components of a balanced nutritional intake, deficiencies will not result in changes of the client's emotional status.

A Client Who Had a Biliopancreatic Diversion About One Year