CNC Special Populations & Supplementation 2

Question 1

A pregnant client in her second trimester asks about omega-3 supplementation. Which form is MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Algae-based DHA supplement

Answer

Algae-based DHA is the safest omega-3 source during pregnancy, avoiding mercury risk and providing the critical DHA needed for fetal brain development.

Question 2

Which supplement is contraindicated for a client with chronic kidney disease (CKD) Stage 3?

Accepted Answer

Creatine monohydrate

Answer

Creatine increases creatinine production, which impairs the ability to monitor kidney function and may worsen CKD progression.

Question 3

An 8-year-old athlete asks about protein supplementation. What is the BEST guidance?

Accepted Answer

Protein needs should be met through whole food sources

Answer

Children's protein needs are easily met through whole foods, and protein supplements are unnecessary and potentially harmful for pediatric athletes.

Question 4

Which nutrient requires increased supplementation in exclusively breastfed infants?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin D

Answer

Breast milk contains insufficient vitamin D, so exclusively breastfed infants require 400 IU/day vitamin D supplementation per AAP guidelines.

Question 5

A postmenopausal woman asks about supplements to reduce bone loss. Which combination has the strongest evidence?

Accepted Answer

Calcium + Vitamin D

Answer

Calcium combined with vitamin D has the strongest evidence base for reducing bone loss in postmenopausal women and is the standard clinical recommendation.

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CNC Special Populations & Supplementation 2