Apatient reports that due to a busy schedule, her diet is very poor. Further, she shows you a large bag of dietary supplements that she takes to ensure that her nutrient needs are met. What advice would you give this patient about her use of dietary supplements to make up for a poor quality diet? (Be sure your answer includes specific information about the recommendations and safety concerns for dietary supplements)

Apatient reports that due to a busy schedule, her diet is very poor. Further, she shows you a large bag of dietary supplements that she takes to ensure that her nutrient needs are met. What advice would you give this patient about her use of dietary supplements to make up for a poor quality diet? (Be sure your answer includes specific information about the recommendations and safety concerns for dietary supplements)

Comprehensive Medical Assisting: Administrative and Clinical Competencies (MindTap Course List)

6th Edition

ISBN:9781305964792

Author:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy Correa

Publisher:Wilburta Q. Lindh, Carol D. Tamparo, Barbara M. Dahl, Julie Morris, Cindy Correa

Chapter12: Patient Scheduling

Section: Chapter Questions

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