Select all that apply.
- muscle weakness
- halos around objects
- occult rectal bleeding
- dry mucous membranes
- increased estrogen levels
A client with suspected vitamin C toxicity presents to the ED. Which manifestations of toxicity would the nurse expect in this client?
Numbers 3 and 5 are correct.
Rationale: Vitamin C toxicity causes occult rectal bleeding and increased estrogen levels. Muscle weakness is a sign of vitamin D toxicity. Halos around objects do not occur with vitamin C toxicity. Dry mucous membranes may occur with vitamin A toxicity.