The nurse is planning an educational session for pregnant vegans. What information should the nurse include?
1. Eating beans and rice provides complete protein needs.
2. Soy is not a good source of protein for vegans.
3. Rice contains a high level of vitamin B12.
4. Vegan diets are excessively high in iron.
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Rationale 1: Neither rice nor beans and other legumes alone contain complete protein requirements. Consuming both in a day provides for complete protein needs.
Rationale 2: Soy is a very good source of protein and calcium, and is safe during pregnancy.
Rationale 3: Rice contains very low amounts of vitamin B12. Four servings of vitamin B12 per day are recommended during pregnancy.
Rationale 4: Vegan diets are low in iron, and pregnant vegans often experience anemia.
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