Vitamins, Minerals, and Medical Marijuana

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1. A, D, E, K fat soluble vitamins 10. Hypervitaminosis hypercalcemia -> renal stones

vitamins D
A condition resulting from excessive
2. fat soluble Vitamins A, D, E, K
amounts of vitamin D in the body
vitamins Toxic in excessive amounts
Metabolized slowly
hypercalcemia, anorexia, nausea,
Slowly excreted in urine
vomiting
3. Vitamin A Bone growth
11. salmon, egg common food sources of vitamin D
Maintenance of epithelial tissues, skin,
yolk, milk
eyes, hair
12. vitamin E Protection of red blood cells from
4. b Vitamin A is stored in the liver, kidneys,
hemolysis is a role of which vitamin?
and fat. By which route is it excreted?
13. wheat germ, egg common food sources of vitamin E
a. rapidly through the bile and feces yolk, avocado
b. slowly through the urine and feces
14. vitamin K Helps blood clot
c. rapidly through the bile only
Synthesis of prothrombin and clotting
d. slowly through the feces only
factors VII, IX, X
5. a, b, c, d A 24-year-old client has been prescribed Prevents hemorrhage
large doses of vitamin A as treatment for
15. water soluble vitamin B complex, vitamin C, folic acid,
acne. Which advise will the nurse provide
vitamins and vitamin B12
to this client? (Select all that apply)
minimal protein binding
readily excreted in urine
a. contact the HCP concerning drug
dosing 16. Vitamin B B1 - thiamine
b. report peeling skin, anorexia, or nausea complex B2 - riboflavin
& vomiting to HCP B3 - niacin
c. don't exceed the recommended dosage B6 - pyridoxine
without consulting HCP 17. B1 (thiamine) deficiency can lead to polyneuritis and
d. avoid alcohol consumption Wernicke encephalopathy
e. megadoses of vitamin A are necessary
18. polyneuritis inflammation of multiple nerves
for several months to alleviate acne
19. Wernicke thiamine deficiency; IV with glucose can
6. green and common food sources of vitamin A
encephalopathy prompt acute attack
yellow
vegetables 20. B2 (riboflavin) deficiency leads to lesions in corners of
mouth, eye irritation, skin disorders
7. Hypervitaminosis the serious condition in which the liver
A accumulates toxic levels of vitamin A
dermatologic problems, migraines

teratogenic effect to fetus, hair loss, 21. B3 (niacin) deficiency leads to pellagra,
peeling skin, anorexia, abdominal pain, hyperlipidemia
lethargy, nausea and vomiting 22. B6 (pyridoxine) coenzyme used in amino acid
8. Hypovitaminosis a deficiency of vitamin A; in early stages, metabolism
A it causes night blindness and scaly skin,
but can eventually cause permanent deficiency leads to neuritis
blindness.
building blocks for nucleic acids (RBCs)
9. vitamin D sunshine vitamin; Calciferol
Regulates calcium and phosphorus 23. vitamin C Aids in absorption of iron
metabolism Aids in conversion of folic acid
Assists with calcium absorption Carbohydrate metabolism
Protein lipid synthesis
Compounds: Vitamin D2-ergocalciferol Collagen Synthesis
and Vitamin D3- cholecalciferol Scurvy
24. tomatoes, common food sources of vitamin C 35. shellfish what food is high in copper?
peppers,
36. Wilson's disease excess copper
citrus fruits
37. Copper deficiency anemia, abnormal skin and blood
25. Folic Acid Body growth
changes glucose intolerance,
decrease of skin pigmentation,
DNA synthesis
mental retardation

Deficiency symptoms: anorexia, nausea, 38. Chromium Control of type 2 diabetes

stomatitis, diarrhea, fatigue, alopecia, blood Weight loss and muscle building
dysrasias, CNS defects of fetus 39. Hypoglycemia Taking large doses of Chromium and
26. Vitamin B12 pernicious anemia oral hypoglycemic medications may.
Essential for DNA synthesis result in ____________________________
Aids in conversion of folic acid 40. Selenium Anti-carcinogenic effect
Hematopoiesis
Maintains nervous system (especially myelin) Excess: hair loss, dermatitis, nausea,
27. fish, liver, common food sources of vitamin B12 diarrhea, abdominal pain, garlic
egg yolk odor to skin and breath

28. Minerals Iron 41. zinc crucial for wound repair and tissue
Copper healing
Zinc 42. False True or False: Cannabis is prescribed
Chromium by a HCP
Selenium
43. Quantifying Patient registers with the MMP
29. Iron Hemoglobin regeneration conditions for
Increase needed in pregnancy medical marijuana Procurement and administration of
cannabis are limited to patient
decreased absorption w/ antacids and/or the patient's caregiver.
30. d a client is advised to drink a liquid iron
preparation through a straw because it may Some jurisdictions allow hospice,
cause . . . nursing, medical facility to be
designated caregiver.
a. bleeding gums 44. Endocannabinoids natural, marijuana-like substances
b. esophageal varices produced by the body
c. corroded tooth enamel
45. Phytocannbinoids plant substances are found in
d. tooth discoloration
cannabis
31. Signs of fatigue, weakness, shortness of breath, pallor.
46. Cannaboid receptors responsible for regulating mood,
low iron
memory, appetite, pain, and
levels In severe cases: GI bleeding
emotions
32. hemorrhage iron toxicity
33. b A patient takes iron on a daily basis. Which throughout the body
comment from the patient suggests the need 47. Tetrahydrocannabinol the main active ingredient of
for health teaching related to iron? (THC) cannabis substances
48. Cannabidiol (CBD) -molecules in marijuana that have
a. I will swallow the tablet whole.
medicinal properties
b. I will take the tablet before I go to bed.
may reduce inflammation and pain
c. Some multivitamins might include iron.
-have been used for glaucoma,
d. I will keep the tablets out of children's reach.
alzheimer's, diabetes, PTSD, epilepsy,
34. Copper Formation of RBCs and connective tissues and sever autoimmune disorders
-may help heal bone fractures faster
Produces neurotransmitters norepinephrine and
dopamine
49. Uses for medical Cachexia
marijuana Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting
Pain (resulting from cancer or rheumatoid arthritis)
Chronic pain (fibromyalgia)
Neuropathies (from HIV/AIDS, multiple sclerosis (MS), and diabetes
Spasticity (MS or spinal cord injury)
Appetite stimulant
50. adverse effects of Increased heart rate, increased appetite, sleepiness, dizziness, decreased blood pressure, dry mouth/eyes,
medical marijuana decreased urination, hallucinations, paranoia, suicidal ideation, anxiety, impaired attention to memory, and
psychomotor performance.

Exacerbate asthma, bronchitis and COPD, cardiac disease and alcohol dependence
51. withdrawal Insomnia, loss of appetite, physical symptoms, restlessness, irritability, anger, unpleasant dreams
syndrome of
medical marijuana
52. Adolescence, risk of medical marijuana to specific groups
Neonates, Fertility
53. safety of medical Keeping out of reach of children
marijuana Storing in locked area
Following expiration dates
Disposal per DEAs disposal Act
54. Jurisdiction Law A nurse shall not administer cannabis to a patient unless specifically authorized by _____________________________.