The Client Is a Vegetarian

question 11

Multiple Choice

The client is a vegetarian. What information would the nurse give the client as it relates to the avoidance of vitamin deficiencies?

• A) A vegetarian diet is adequate to meet all of your needs, so there should be no vitamin deficiencies.
• B) Look at the types of foods eaten on the vegetarian diet and evaluate for possible vitamin B₁₂ sources.
• C) Increasing fluids and fiber with the vegetarian diet will help prevent vitamin deficiencies.
• D) You are at risk for vitamin C deficiencies by following a vegetarian diet.

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