Changes in the diet of the pregnant client who has phenylketonuria would include:
a. adding foods high in vitamin C.
b. eliminating drinks containing aspartame.
c. restricting protein intake to <20 g a day.
d. increasing caloric intake to at least 1800 cal/day.
ANS: B
Use of aspartame by women with phenylketonuria can result in fetal brain damage because these women lack the enzyme to metabolize aspartame. Adding vitamin C, restricting protein, and increasing caloric intake are not necessary for the pregnant client with phenylketonuria.
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