During stress and recovery, it is especially important that patients achieve adequate intakes of
a. iron, folate, and vitamin B12.
b. vitamin C, vitamin A, and zinc.
c. potassium, thiamine, and niacin.
d. vitamin K, vitamin D, and calcium.
B
Adequate intakes of vitamin C, vitamin A, and zinc are especially important during stress and recovery. Needs for most micronutrients increase, but these three are especially important. Vita-min C is needed for collagen formation for wound healing. Vitamin A and beta-carotene are im-portant for healing of epithelia and as antioxidants. Zinc increases the tensile strength of healing wounds.
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