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A patient states she has taken megadoses of vitamin E for 3 months to improve her circulation but thinks she feels somewhat worse. Which action should the nurse take first?

a. Assess the patient for symptoms and signs of toxicity from excess vitamin exposure.
b. Note that research has not shown that vitamin megadoses produce any benefits.
c. Explain to the patient that megadoses may actually be harmful and advise caution.
d. Assess for signs of circulatory impairment to determine whether improvement has occurred.

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Thank you, thank you, thank you!

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