Health PromotionQuestion 34 of 120
Which nutrition guidance is appropriate for a healthy pregnant client in the first trimester?
a.Avoid all dairy products
b.Eliminate protein to reduce nausea
c.Take a vitamin A megadose daily
d.Take a prenatal vitamin containing folic acid
Explanation
Folic acid supplementation helps prevent neural tube defects and is recommended before and during early pregnancy. Dairy and protein are important nutrients, not to be eliminated. High-dose vitamin A can be harmful in pregnancy.
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