Concerning protein in the diet of pregnant women, nurses should be aware that:
1. many protein-rich foods are also good sources of calcium, iron, and B vitamins.
2. many women need to increase their protein intake during pregnancy.
3. as with carbohydrates and fat, no specific recommendations exist for the amount of protein in the diet.
4. high-protein supplements can be used without risk by women on macrobiotic di-ets.
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1. Correct. Good protein sources such as meat, milk, eggs, and cheese have a lot of calcium and iron.
2. Incorrect. Most women already have a high-protein diet and do not need to increase their intake.
3. Incorrect. Protein is sufficiently important that specific servings of meat and dairy are recommended.
4. Incorrect. High-protein supplements are not recommended because they have been asso-ciated with an increased incidence of preterm births.
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a. Keep the state records updated. b. Allow for accurate statistical information. c. Document the number of births. d. Recognize and treat newborn disorders early.
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a. diphtheria. b. mumps. c. rubella. d. typhoid fever.
The nurse uses a visual aid to show how the ______ refracts light rays to be directed to the lens
a. pupil b. cornea c. retina d. ciliary body
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a. Prohibits dietary supplements from being marketed as preventive or curative for specific conditions b. Classifies herbal medicines as dietary supplements so they must be approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) c. Requires products to display a disclaimer noting that they have not been approved by the DSHEA d. Limits dietary supplements to plant extracts