The nurse is reviewing a list of foods high in folic acid with a patient who is considering becoming pregnant. The nurse determines that the patient understands the teaching when the patient states she will include which list of foods in her diet?
a. Peaches, yogurt, and tofu
b. Strawberries, milk, and tuna
c. Asparagus, lemonade, and chicken breast
d. Spinach, orange juice, and fortified bran flakes
ANS: D
Prepregnant, the recommendation for folic acid is 800 mcg. Foods high in folic acid are dark green leafy vegetables, legumes (beans, peanuts), orange juice, asparagus, spinach, and fortified cereal and pasta. In the United States, folic acid is added to orange juice and wheat-based products.
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