A patient tells the nurse that she does not like citrus fruits, and would like suggestions for alternate vitamin C sources
What should the nurse suggest as good sources of vitamin C? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Barley and brown rice
2. Strawberries and potatoes
3. Buckwheat and lentils
4. Wheat flour and figs
5. Blueberries and green peas
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Rationale 1: Barley and brown rice are not good sources of vitamin C.
Rationale 2: Strawberries and potatoes are very good sources of vitamin C
Rationale 3: Buckwheat and lentils are not good sources of vitamin C.
Rationale 4: Wheat flour and figs are not good sources of vitamin C.
Rationale 5: Blueberries and green peas are very good sources of vitamin C.
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