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WorksheetsU7 Nutritional Concepts REVIEW
Total questions: 42
Worksheet time: 29mins
Which vitamin is fat-soluble?
Vitamin C
Vitamin B12
Vitamin K
Vitamin B6
A patient with night blindness is most likely deficient in which vitamin?
Vitamin D
Vitamin A
Vitamin E
Vitamin K
Which vitamin is essential for blood clotting?
Vitamin C
Vitamin A
Vitamin K
Vitamin D
Which vitamin deficiency is associated with rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults?
Vitamin A
Vitamin D
Vitamin K
Vitamin E
Which vitamin is water-soluble?
Vitamin A
Vitamin D
Vitamin E
Vitamin C
Which mineral is primarily responsible for oxygen transport in the blood?
Calcium
Iron
Potassium
Sodium
A patient with muscle cramps and abnormal heart rhythms may be deficient in:
Iron
Calcium
Potassium
Zinc
Which mineral works closely with vitamin D to maintain bone health?
Sodium
Iron
Calcium
Iodine
Excess intake of fat-soluble vitamins is dangerous because they:
Are rapidly excreted in urine
Cannot be absorbed
Accumulate in body fat
Are destroyed by stomach acid
Which supplement interaction is most concerning in a patient taking warfarin?
Vitamin C
Vitamin B12
Vitamin K
Calcium
Herbal products are regulated in the United States as:
Prescription drugs
Over-the-counter drugs
Dietary supplements
Controlled substances
Why is it important for pharmacy technicians to ask about supplements?
Supplements never cause side effects
Supplements may interact with medications
Supplements replace prescription drugs
Supplements are FDA-approved for treatment
Which mineral deficiency can cause goiter?
Zinc
Selenium
Iodine
Magnesium
Which vitamin is important for collagen formation and wound healing?
Vitamin A
Vitamin D
Vitamin C
Vitamin K
Which statement about supplements is true?
All supplements are FDA-approved
Supplements cannot cause toxicity
Natural products are always safe
Supplements can cause adverse effects
Vitamins that dissolve in fat and can accumulate in the body are called (a) -soluble vitamins.
Vitamins that dissolve in water and are excreted in urine are called (a) -soluble vitamins.
A deficiency of vitamin B12 can cause (a) anemia and neurological symptoms.
The mineral responsible for maintaining fluid balance and nerve impulses is (a) .
The mineral responsible for maintaining fluid balance and nerve impulses is (a) .
(a) deficiency commonly leads to anemia and fatigue.
Excessive intake of vitamin A can cause (a) , including liver damage.
The mineral required for thyroid hormone production is (a) .
Vitamin D helps the body absorb (a) .
Herbal products may interact with (a) and should be reported to the pharmacist.
A patient taking warfarin asks if they can start a daily multivitamin. Which vitamin is most important for the nurse or pharmacy technician to assess?
A patient reports tingling in the hands, difficulty walking, and fatigue. Which nutrient deficiency is the nurse most concerned about?
Which assessment finding suggests a vitamin D deficiency?
easy bruising
bone pain & muscle weakness
night blindness
bleeding gums
A patient reports taking an herbal supplement “because it’s natural and safe.” What is the best response by the nurse or pharmacy technician?
Which mineral deficiency is most likely if a patient presents with fatigue, pale skin, and shortness of breath?
A nurse is reviewing lab results for a patient with a history of thyroid disease. Which mineral is most important for thyroid hormone production?
Which vitamin is water-soluble and unlikely to cause toxicity when taken in normal doses?
A patient complains of muscle cramps and irregular heartbeats. Which electrolyte imbalance is the priority concern?
Hyperkalemia
Hyponatremia
Hypokalemia
Hypocalcemia
Which statement indicates the patient needs further education about dietary supplements?
A patient presents with bleeding gums, slow wound healing, and frequent bruising. Which vitamin deficiency is most likely?
A nurse is teaching a patient about minerals in the body. Which statement best explains the difference between electrolytes and general minerals?
Organize these options into the right categories
Calcium
Magnesium
A patient is diagnosed with iron-deficiency anemia. Which dietary recommendation is most appropriate?
Increase intake of red meat, spinach, and fortified cereals
Increase intake of bananas and yogurt
Avoid citrus fruits and vegetables
Choose foods high in vitamin D only
A patient with vitamin D deficiency asks how to improve levels through diet. Which response by the nurse or pharmacy technician is best?
“Eat more citrus fruits and leafy greens.”
“Choose foods like fortified milk, eggs, and fatty fish.”
“Increase foods high in vitamin C.”
“Avoid dairy products.”
A patient is diagnosed with vitamin B12 deficiency and follows a mostly vegetarian diet. Which food choice should be encouraged?
Brown rice and lentils
Oranges and strawberries
Eggs, dairy products, and fortified cereals
Spinach and sweet potatoes
A patient is diagnosed with vitamin B12 deficiency and follows a strict vegan diet for religious reasons. Which recommendation by the nurse or pharmacy technician is most appropriate?
“You should start eating meat to correct this deficiency.”
“This deficiency cannot be treated without animal products.”
“Include B12-fortified foods or take a vitamin B12 supplement that fits your dietary beliefs.”
“Avoid all supplements and rely on plant-based foods only.”
A patient reports following a strict carnivore diet (animal-based foods only) and is diagnosed with vitamin C deficiency. Which recommendation by the nurse or pharmacy technician is most appropriate?
“Continue your current diet because meat provides all essential vitamins.”
“Vitamin C is only needed in childhood, not adulthood.”
“Add vitamin C–rich foods or a vitamin C supplement while respecting your dietary preferences.”
“Stop all animal products immediately.”
