A Single Mother Has Epilepsy and Does Not Drive

question 28

Multiple Choice

A single mother has epilepsy and does not drive.She works full time from home,and her three children take the bus to school.She generally rides her bike or walks wherever she needs to go.What would be your greatest concern related to the family's nutritional well-being?

• A) It is not safe for someone with epilepsy to prepare food with sharp knives and a hot stove.
• B) She is unlikely to be able to afford healthy food for three children as a single mother.
• C) Because she does not drive,she may not have access to affordable and high-quality food.
• D) Working full time would not leave her enough time to prepare nutritious food for her family.

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