The client asks the nurse why she should be taking folic acid while she is pregnant. The best response from the nurse is that folic acid deficiency in the first trimester of pregnancy:
a. can affect the brain development.
b. may cause spinal cord dysfunctions.
c. may cause cardiac anomalies.
d. can cause gastrointestinal abnormalities.
ANS: B
Preconceptual and prenatal folic acid deficiency has been associated with neural tube defects in the fetus.
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A. Literacy B. Refugee C. Silence D. Sacred times E. Surgery
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a. "You need to be evaluated for a sexually transmitted disease." b. "Water-soluble vaginal lubricants may provide relief." c. "No, it is part of the aging process." d. "You may have vaginal scar tissue that is producing the discomfort."
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1. "The exocrine function of your pancreas is to secrete insulin.". 2. "It means your pancreas cannot secrete insulin.". 3. "The endocrine function of your pancreas is to secrete insulin.". 4. "Your alpha cells should be able to secrete insulin, but cannot.". 5. "Without insulin you will develop ketoacidosis.".