Exam 8: Vitamins Required for Calcified Structures

Fat-soluble vitamins are different from water-soluble vitamins because the body is able to store only small amounts of fat-soluble vitamins.

Inadequate intake of vitamin A occurs in lower socioeconomic groups because these individuals often lack resources to purchase and consume vegetables and fruits.

Which form of vitamin K is the most potent?

Each of the following is accurate regarding the relationship between vitamin D levels and periodontitis except one. Which one is the exception?

Each of the following forms of vitamin A is involved in the prevention of night blindness except one. Which one is the exception?

Uncontrolled use of vitamin D supplements by older patients with osteoporosis can result in diminished bone mass because excess levels result in vitamin D intoxication.

Daily intake of water-soluble vitamins is important because although the body can store large amounts of these nutrients, they are better utilized when consumed daily.

Most milk in the United States is fortified because the calcium and phosphorus content is beneficial for absorption and use of vitamin A.