Question

Upon assessment the client is noted to have conjunctival xerosis, dry skin, follicular hyperkeratosis and bright magenta (purple) tongue. Which vitamin deficiency does the nurse suspect?

A. Vit A
B. Vit C
C. Vit D
D. Vit K

Answer 1

The nurse suspects a Vitamin A deficiency based on the symptoms described.

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse suspects that the client is deficient in Vitamin A. The symptoms described, such as conjunctival xerosis, dry skin, follicular hyperkeratosis, and a bright magenta (purple) tongue, are characteristic of vitamin A deficiency.