Reyna is a healthy 27-year-old pregnant woman. She is experiencing ________, a common nutrition-related condition that occurs in many healthy pregnant women.

A. mild hypochromic, macrocytic anemia
B. minor swelling of the hands and feet
C. diarrhea
D. hypertension


Answer: B

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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