Chapter 7: Vitamins
Fat-Soluble Vitamins (A, D, E, K)
1. Which of the following vitamins is fat-soluble?
o A. Vitamin C
o B. Vitamin B12
o C. Vitamin D
o D. Vitamin B6 Correct Answer: C. Vitamin D Rationale: Fat-
soluble vitamins include A, D, E, and K, which are absorbed with
dietary fat and stored in the body.
2. A patient is at risk of Vitamin D deficiency. What nursing
intervention could be recommended?
o A. Increasing intake of fruits and vegetables
o B. Spending more time in direct sunlight
o C. Avoiding dairy products
o D. Reducing intake of lean proteins Correct Answer: B. Spending
more time in direct sunlight Rationale: Vitamin D is produced in
the skin in response to sunlight exposure. Proper sun exposure
can help prevent deficiency.
3. What food is the best source of Vitamin A?
, o A. Oranges
o B. Carrots
o C. White rice
o D. Bread Correct Answer: B. Carrots Rationale: Carrots and other
orange-colored vegetables are rich in beta-carotene, which
converts to Vitamin A in the body.
Water-Soluble Vitamins (B-complex and C)
4. Which water-soluble vitamin is essential for wound healing and
immune function?
o A. Vitamin B12
o B. Vitamin C
o C. Vitamin D
o D. Vitamin B6 Correct Answer: B. Vitamin C Rationale: Vitamin C
aids in collagen production, which is crucial for wound healing,
and supports immune health.
5. A deficiency in Vitamin B12 can lead to which condition?
o A. Scurvy
o B. Anemia
o C. Rickets
, o D. Night blindness Correct Answer: B. Anemia Rationale: Vitamin
B12 deficiency often results in pernicious anemia due to
impaired red blood cell formation.
Nursing Applications
6. When developing a diet plan for a patient, which factor should
the nurse consider to avoid vitamin deficiencies?
o A. Avoid all animal products
o B. Focus solely on high-carbohydrate foods
o C. Incorporate a variety of fruits, vegetables, and proteins
o D. Limit fat intake completely Correct Answer: C. Incorporate a
variety of fruits, vegetables, and proteins Rationale: A balanced
diet including all food groups ensures adequate vitamin intake to
meet bodily needs.
Fat-Soluble Vitamins (A, D, E, K)
7. Which of the following symptoms might indicate a Vitamin E
deficiency?
o A. Night blindness
o B. Muscle weakness and leg cramps
o C. Hair loss and dry skin
, o D. Both B and C Correct Answer: D. Both B and C Rationale:
Vitamin E deficiency can lead to symptoms like muscle
weakness, leg cramps, dry skin, and hair loss.
8. Which fat-soluble vitamin is primarily involved in blood
clotting?
o A. Vitamin D
o B. Vitamin K
o C. Vitamin E
o D. Vitamin A Correct Answer: B. Vitamin K Rationale: Vitamin K is
crucial for the synthesis of clotting factors, preventing excessive
bleeding.
9. A patient reports consuming cod liver oil as a supplement.
Which vitamin does this oil primarily contain in high amounts?
o A. Vitamin A and D
o B. Vitamin E and K
o C. Vitamin C and B12
o D. Vitamin B6 and B9 Correct Answer: A. Vitamin A and D
Rationale: Cod liver oil is an excellent source of Vitamins A and
D, promoting vision and bone health respectively.
Water-Soluble Vitamins (B-complex and C)
Fat-Soluble Vitamins (A, D, E, K)
1. Which of the following vitamins is fat-soluble?
o A. Vitamin C
o B. Vitamin B12
o C. Vitamin D
o D. Vitamin B6 Correct Answer: C. Vitamin D Rationale: Fat-
soluble vitamins include A, D, E, and K, which are absorbed with
dietary fat and stored in the body.
2. A patient is at risk of Vitamin D deficiency. What nursing
intervention could be recommended?
o A. Increasing intake of fruits and vegetables
o B. Spending more time in direct sunlight
o C. Avoiding dairy products
o D. Reducing intake of lean proteins Correct Answer: B. Spending
more time in direct sunlight Rationale: Vitamin D is produced in
the skin in response to sunlight exposure. Proper sun exposure
can help prevent deficiency.
3. What food is the best source of Vitamin A?
, o A. Oranges
o B. Carrots
o C. White rice
o D. Bread Correct Answer: B. Carrots Rationale: Carrots and other
orange-colored vegetables are rich in beta-carotene, which
converts to Vitamin A in the body.
Water-Soluble Vitamins (B-complex and C)
4. Which water-soluble vitamin is essential for wound healing and
immune function?
o A. Vitamin B12
o B. Vitamin C
o C. Vitamin D
o D. Vitamin B6 Correct Answer: B. Vitamin C Rationale: Vitamin C
aids in collagen production, which is crucial for wound healing,
and supports immune health.
5. A deficiency in Vitamin B12 can lead to which condition?
o A. Scurvy
o B. Anemia
o C. Rickets
, o D. Night blindness Correct Answer: B. Anemia Rationale: Vitamin
B12 deficiency often results in pernicious anemia due to
impaired red blood cell formation.
Nursing Applications
6. When developing a diet plan for a patient, which factor should
the nurse consider to avoid vitamin deficiencies?
o A. Avoid all animal products
o B. Focus solely on high-carbohydrate foods
o C. Incorporate a variety of fruits, vegetables, and proteins
o D. Limit fat intake completely Correct Answer: C. Incorporate a
variety of fruits, vegetables, and proteins Rationale: A balanced
diet including all food groups ensures adequate vitamin intake to
meet bodily needs.
Fat-Soluble Vitamins (A, D, E, K)
7. Which of the following symptoms might indicate a Vitamin E
deficiency?
o A. Night blindness
o B. Muscle weakness and leg cramps
o C. Hair loss and dry skin
, o D. Both B and C Correct Answer: D. Both B and C Rationale:
Vitamin E deficiency can lead to symptoms like muscle
weakness, leg cramps, dry skin, and hair loss.
8. Which fat-soluble vitamin is primarily involved in blood
clotting?
o A. Vitamin D
o B. Vitamin K
o C. Vitamin E
o D. Vitamin A Correct Answer: B. Vitamin K Rationale: Vitamin K is
crucial for the synthesis of clotting factors, preventing excessive
bleeding.
9. A patient reports consuming cod liver oil as a supplement.
Which vitamin does this oil primarily contain in high amounts?
o A. Vitamin A and D
o B. Vitamin E and K
o C. Vitamin C and B12
o D. Vitamin B6 and B9 Correct Answer: A. Vitamin A and D
Rationale: Cod liver oil is an excellent source of Vitamins A and
D, promoting vision and bone health respectively.
Water-Soluble Vitamins (B-complex and C)
