Question

A client has just presented for care after a positive OTC pregnancy test. When performing health education with this client, the nurse should emphasize the need for supplementation with what nutrient?

vitamin E vitamin C potassium folic acid

Answer 1

The nurse should emphasize the need for supplementation with **folic acid**. Folic acid (or folate) is essential during pregnancy as it helps prevent neural tube defects in the developing fetus. It is recommended that women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant take a daily supplement of folic acid.