Which patient is most likely to benefit from a dietary supplement? Question 12 options: An active 75 year old woman A 45 year old male with hypertension A 21 year old female with iron deficiency anemia A 15 year old high school athlete
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- An active 75-year-old woman: General health maintenance and possibly age-related nutritional needs. - A 45-year-old male with hypertension: Needs a diet that supports blood pressure management. - A 21-year-old female with iron deficiency anemia: Needs iron Show more…
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Groups of people who are at risk for developing nutrient deficiencies and may benefit from taking vitamin supplements include all of the following EXCEPT. 1) Vegetarians 2) Athletes who are engaged in competitive activities. 3) women who are pregnant or breastfeeding as well as breastfed infants 4) people with low energy intakes, such as habitual dieters and the elderly.
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