Which Statement Is Correct Concerning Protein Intake by Pregnant Women

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which statement is correct concerning protein intake by pregnant women?

• A) Women need twice as much protein when pregnant as they did prior to pregnancy.
• B) Pregnant women need 25 grams of protein per day over nonpregnant requirements.
• C) Pregnant women do not need additional protein during pregnancy.
• D) Consuming large amounts of protein during pregnancy lowers the risk of pregnancy-induced hypertension.
• E) A ten percent increase in protein during pregnancy reduces the risk of pica.

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Definitions:

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