The nurse is doing nutrition counseling with a 21-year-old pregnant woman in the clinic area. What should the nurse explain to the client about caloric intake during the second and third trimesters of her pregnancy?
A) She will need approximately 450 cal/day increase during the third trimester.
B) She will need approximately 450 cal/day increase during the second trimester.
C) She will need approximately 500 cal/day increase during the third trimester.
D) She will need approximately 500 cal/day increase during the second trimester.
A
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It is recommended that a pregnant woman increase her calorie intake by 340 cal/day during the second trimester and 450 cal/day during the third trimester.
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