In early-pregnancy class, the nurse emphasizes the importance of 8-10 glasses of fluid per day. How many of these should be water?
1. 1 to 2
2. 2 to 4
3. 4 to 6
4. 3 to 5
3
Explanation: 3. A pregnant woman should consume at least 8 to 12 (8 oz) glasses of fluid each day, of which 4 to 6 glasses should be water.
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