The nurse is providing dietary instructions to a vegetarian patient with iron deficiency anemia. What should be included in these instructions?
A. Avoid exercise at least 30 minutes after completing a meal or snack.
B. Drink at least 12 glasses of water every day.
C. Consider adding animal sources of iron and protein to the diet.
D. Ensure an adequate intake of vitamin C when consuming non-animal-based proteins.
Answer: D
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