Which nursing intervention is most appropriate when counseling an adolescent female about prevention of iron deficiency anemia?
a. Provide information about appropriate weight gain during puberty.
b. Educate about consuming foods containing vitamin C.
c. Instruct on drinking at least 8 glasses of water each day.
d. Emphasize the need to follow up with a dietician.
ANS: B
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