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The Patient Asks the Nurse About Taking Large Doses of Vitamin

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The patient asks the nurse about taking large doses of vitamin C to improve her immunity to colds. "It's just a vitamin, right? What can happen?" Which responses by the nurse are correct? (Select all that apply.)


A) "Vitamin C is harmless because it is a water-soluble vitamin."
B) "Large doses of vitamin C can cause nausea, vomiting, headache, and abdominal cramps."
C) "Keep in mind that if you suddenly stop taking these large doses, you might experience symptoms similar to scurvy."
D) "Studies have shown that vitamin C has little value in preventing the common cold."
E) "Vitamin C acidifies the urine, which can lead to the formation of renal stones."
F) "Large doses of vitamin C may delay wound healing."

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