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cherise1989 · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

The school nurse is planning a class about nutrition for pregnant teens, several of whom have been diagnosed with iron-deficiency anemia. In order to increase iron absorption, the nurse would encourage the teens to consume more:

1. Gatorade.
2. Orange juice.
3. Milk.
4. Green tea.

Question 2

The nurse is evaluating the plan of care for a pregnant client with a heart disorder.

The nurse concludes that the plan was successful when data indicate which of the following? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. The client gave birth to a healthy baby.
2. The client did not develop congestive heart failure.
3. The client developed thromboembolism.
4. The client identified manifestations of potential complications.
5. The client can identify her condition and its impact on her pregnancy, labor and birth, and postpartum period.

mammy1697 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1: Gatorade does not contain vitamin C, which increases iron absorption.
Rationale 2: Vitamin C is found in citrus fruits and juices, and is known to enhance the absorption of iron from meat and non-meat sources.
Rationale 3: Milk does not contain vitamin C, which increases iron absorption.
Rationale 4: Green tea does not contain vitamin C, which increases iron absorption.

Answer to Question 2

1, 2, 4, 5
Explanation: 1. Giving birth to a healthy baby is an expected outcome of the pregnancy.
2. An expected outcome is that the woman does not develop congestive heart failure, thromboembolism, or infection.
4. An expected outcome is that the woman is able to identify potential complications and notify the healthcare provider.
5. The woman must be able to discuss her condition and its possible impact on her pregnancy, labor and birth, and the postpartum period.