The nurse is discussing vitamin replacement with a client in the clinic. Which vitamin should the nurse discuss with the client in order to increase the absorption of folic acid and iron?
A) Vitamin B12
B) Vitamin C
C) Vitamin B6
D) Vitamin E
B
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Vitamin C enhances the absorption of folic acid and iron. Vitamin B12 and folic acid are essential for the maturation of red blood cells. Vitamin B6 serves as a coenzyme in hemoglobin formation. Vitamin E protects blood cells from vitamin E–deficient hemolytic anemia.
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