The pregnant teen who was prescribed prenatal vitamins at her initial prenatal visit states that she does not llike to take them

How should the nurse respond? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. "Folic acid has been found to be essential for minimizing the risk of neural tube defects."
2. "You do not have to take these supplements if you think you are healthy enough."
3. "These medications do the same thing. I will call your doctor to cancel one of your medications."
4. "You can trust your doctor to know what you need."
5. "You need the supplements because your dietary intake is not adequate for fetal development."


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Rationale 1: Research has shown such a strong correlation between decreased folic acid/folate intake and the risk of neural tube defects that all women who are considering becoming pregnant are encouraged to begin taking a 400 mcg supplement beginning 2 months before attempting conception and to continue through the first trimester.
Rationale 2: One role of the nurse is educator, and this patient needs additional information on why she needs the supplements.
Rationale 3: One role of the nurse is educator, and this patient needs additional information on why she needs the supplements.
Rationale 4: Therapeutic communication requires addressing the patient's concern, and not giving a cliche for an answer. One role of the nurse is educator, and this patient needs additional information on why she needs the supplements.
Rationale 5: One role of the nurse is educator, and this patient needs additional information on why she needs the supplements.

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