A pregnant woman experiencing nausea and vomiting should:
1. drink a glass of water with a fat-free carbohydrate before getting out of bed in the morning.
2. eat small, frequent meals (every 2 to 3 hours).
3. increase the intake of high-fat foods to keep the stomach full and coated.
4. limit fluid intake throughout the day.
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1. Incorrect. A pregnant woman experiencing nausea and vomiting should avoid consuming fluids early in the day or when nauseated.
2. Correct. This is a correct suggestion for a woman experiencing nausea and vomiting.
3. Incorrect. A pregnant woman experiencing nausea and vomiting should decrease intake of fried and other fatty foods.
4. Incorrect. A pregnant woman experiencing nausea and vomiting should avoid consuming fluids early in the morning or when nauseated but should compensate by drinking fluids at other times.
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