For clients with phenylketonuria the most important part of treatment is to
a. not eat any foods that contain phenylalanine.
b. limit their phenylalanine intake to the amount their bodies need.
c. take enzyme supplements to help digest phenylalanine.
d. take penicillin to prevent complications.
Answer: b. limit their phenylalanine intake to the amount their bodies need.
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