The Nurse Is Evaluating a Client's Understanding of Dietary Needs

question 5

Multiple Choice

The nurse is evaluating a client's understanding of dietary needs to treat dietary deficiency anemia.Which client statement indicates a need for additional teaching?

• A) "I will eat more fruits and vegetables, especially green leafy ones, to get more iron in my diet."
• B) "I will need to include more protein foods in my diet such as meats, dried beans, and whole-grain breads."
• C) "I will decrease foods high in vitamin C, as they decrease my absorption of iron."
• D) "I will take vitamins with extra iron in addition to eating a balanced diet with meat to correct my anemia."

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