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Which additional supplement will be needed by a client with chronic liver disease who reports, "My gums have been bleeding spontaneously," and has small hemorrhagic lesions on the face?

A. Bile salts
B. Folic acid
C. Vitamin A
D. Vitamin K



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Final answer:

Vitamin K is crucial for blood clotting, and its deficiency can lead to bleeding disorders.


Explanation:

Vitamin K is essential for blood clotting as it is needed for the synthesis of various clotting factors. Deficiency in Vitamin K can lead to bleeding disorders such as hemorrhages, broken blood vessels, and bleeding gums. Individuals with chronic liver disease are at a higher risk of Vitamin K deficiency due to impaired synthesis in the liver.


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