If a patient's normal prepregnancy diet contains 45 g of protein daily, how many more grams of protein should she consume per day during pregnancy?
a. 5
b. 10
c. 26
d. 30
C
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A 5 g will not be enough to meet her protein needs during pregnancy.
B 10 g will not be enough extra protein to meet her needs during pregnancy.
C The recommended intake of protein for the pregnant woman is 71 g.
D 30 g is more than is necessary and will add extra calories.
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