When counseling a newly pregnant gravida 1 at 8 weeks' twin gestation, the nurse teaches the woman about the need for increased caloric intake. The nurse would tell the woman that the minimum recommended intake should be:
1. 2500 kcal and 120 grams protein.
2. 3000 kcal and 150 grams protein.
3. 4000 kcal and 135 grams protein.
4. 5000 kcal and 190 grams protein.
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Rationale 1: This is less than recommended for a twin-gestation pregnancy.
Rationale 2: This is lower in calories but higher in protein than is recommended for a twin-gestation pregnancy.
Rationale 3: This is the recommended caloric and protein intake in a twin-gestation pregnancy.
Rationale 4: This is more than recommended for a twin-gestation pregnancy.
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