A physician has recommended that a pregnant mother take a daily multivitamin-mineral supplement to support nutrient intake during pregnancy. This type of supplement typically contains more of which elements designed for prenatal nutrition?


Ans: folic acid, iron, and calcium

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Which of the following foods has the largest amount of preformed vitamin A?

A. Liver B. Chicken breast C. Pork chop D. Broccoli

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Which of the following is not true?

a. Vitamin and mineral supplementation is not necessary for athletes consuming a normal varied and balanced diet. b. Vitamin C supplementation may help relieve cold symptoms. c. Excess vitamins are excreted in the urine, and megadoses are therefore harmless. d. Prolonged high intakes of vitamin C can result in diarrhea, nausea, and stomach cramps. e. A daily multivitamin and mineral supplement is advisable for athletes on a restricted dietary intake.

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A specific issue that Healthy People 2020will monitor over the next decade is decreasing use of home health services and increasing hospital emergency use

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Select each of the following mandatory components of food labels. (Select all that apply)

What will be an ideal response?

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