The nurse is teaching a pregnant woman about the increased oxygen demand that develops during pregnancy. The nurse knows the patient comprehends the teaching when she makes the following statement:
a. "I may need to drink more fluids to make more oxygen."
b. "I may need to take an iron supplement so that I am not anemic."
c. "I will need a multivitamin supplement for several months."
d. "I will need to eat more fruits and vegetables."
B
During pregnancy, oxygen demand increases dramatically. To compensate, the mother's blood volume increases by 30%. The woman requires additional iron to produce this blood as well as to meet fetal requirements. Failure to meet these iron demands can result in maternal anemia, reducing tissue oxygenation of the mother.
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