When Planning a Diet for a Pregnant Client, Which Nutritional

question 30

Multiple Choice

When planning a diet for a pregnant client, which nutritional interventions should be implemented?

• A) Fluids should be restricted to 6 glasses a day to minimize fluid retention and occurrence of edema.
• B) Protein in the diet should be increased to meet growth and development needs.
• C) Nutrient density should be used only if there are problems with weight gain during the course of the pregnancy.
• D) Advise the client that the pattern of weight gain is not as important as the overall weight gained during the pregnancy.