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PHCY320 (Reproductive and Sexual Health) Quiz on L8 Dietary Supplements, created by Mer Scott on 05/09/2019.

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L8 Dietary Supplements

Question 1 of 4

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Best definition of ‘dietary supplement’ according to Dietary Supplements Regulations 1985 R2A(2) ?

Select one of the following:

  • “It is an amino acid, edible substance, herb, mineral, synthetic nutrient, or vitamin”

  • "A manufactured product intended to supplement the diet when taken by mouth as a pill, capsule, tablet, or liquid"

Explanation

Question 2 of 4

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Regulation of dietary supplements:
• No pre-approval process unlike medicines
• Sponsor ensures quality and compliance with law
Currently:
• Natural Health and Supplementary Products Bill (NHSP Bill) – now
• Dietary Supplements Regulations 1985 (DSR)
Changes to come:
• DSR March 2021 or later
• New NHSP bill?

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    lapsed
    expiring

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Question 3 of 4

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Patients need to be informed if recommended a product with no current evidence of proven efficacy.

Select one of the following:

  • True
  • False

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Question 4 of 4

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Match the interactions:
• Calcium-rich supplements +
• Vitamin K +
• St John’s wort +

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    antidepressants, sleeping tablets
    antacids, iron supplements
    warfarin

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