A 26-week pregnant woman of normal body mass index (BMI) is being given nutritional counseling. The nurse should recommend the client increase her daily caloric intake by
a. 100 to 150 calories per day c. 500 to 650 calories per day
b. 200 to 300 calories per day d. 600 to 700 calories per day
B
The pregnant woman should increase her caloric intake by 200 to 300 calories/day.
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