Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding the consequences of maternal nutrient

deficiencies during pregnancy?

A) Low maternal intake of folate during pregnancy is associated with atherosclerosis in adult
offspring.
B) Poor maternal intake of folate during pregnancy is linked to the development of neural
tube defects.
C) Poor maternal intake of calcium during pregnancy results in a high risk of hypertension in
offspring.
D) Maternal zinc deficiency has no known consequences in adult offspring.


D

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cannot join glucose units. e. Humans require help from bacteria to break starch bonds.

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a. true b. false

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To establish a nutrient's RDA, nutrition scientists add ________ of the nutrient to its EAR.

A. a "margin of safety" amount B. 50 to 100 mg C. an AI amount D. the % DV amount

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Confirming the accuracy of a client's statement by asking a question or prompting the client to continue talking is called _______________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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