When Counseling a Client About Getting Enough Iron in Her

question 35

Multiple Choice

When counseling a client about getting enough iron in her diet,the maternity nurse should tell her that:

• A)Milk, coffee, and tea aid iron absorption if consumed at the same time as iron.
• B)Iron absorption is inhibited by a diet rich in vitamin C.
• C)Iron supplements are permissible for children in small doses.
• D)Constipation is common with iron supplements.