Select each of the correct suggestions that support the key recommendations in the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010 for Women who are pregnant or are capable of becoming pregnant. (Select all that apply)

What will be an ideal response?


1. Take an iron supplement as recommended by an obstetrician or other healthcare provider
2. Choose foods that supply heme iron; additional iron sources; and enhancers of iron absorption, such as vitamin C-rich foods

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Among the effects of dehydration is a(n) _____

a. increase in the resting heart rate b. lack of thirst c. susceptibility to arthritis d. frequency of urination e. decrease in the resting heart rate

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Which of the following species of poultry is the youngest in age?

A. Cornish hen B. broiler/fryer C. capon D. poussin

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While at a party, Jenna drank 24 ounces of beer and 10 ounces of wine. Based on this information, her alcohol consumption was equivalent to ________ standard alcoholic drinks.

A. 2 B. 4 C. 8 D. 6

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