The Nurse Knows That a Deficiency in Vitamin C Can

question 11

Multiple Choice

The nurse knows that a deficiency in vitamin C can result in the following conditions: (Select all that apply.)

• A) Stiff joints
• B) Osteopenia
• C) Petechiae
• D) Loose teeth
• E) Bleeding gums
• F) None of the above

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Definitions:

Calcium

A chemical element symbolized by Ca, it is essential for living organisms, particularly in cell physiology and bone formation.

Keratin

A horny, water-insoluble protein found in the epidermis of vertebrates and in nails, feathers, hair, and horns.

UV Radiation

Ultraviolet radiation, a type of energy emitted by the sun that can cause skin damage and cancer in living organisms.

Diffusion Barrier

A barrier that impedes the movement of substances by simple diffusion, often referred to in the context of cellular or membrane biology.