A pregnant woman asks why she needs to take a folic acid supplement. What is the nurse's best explanation for the administration of folic acid? Folic acid prevents the development of contractions. Folic acid prevents neutral tube bith defects. Folic acid builds strong fatal bones. Folic acid will decrease nausea and vomiling.

A pregnant woman asks why she needs to take a folic acid supplement. What is the nurse's best explanation for the administration of folic acid? Folic acid prevents the development of contractions. Folic acid prevents neutral tube bith defects. Folic acid builds strong fatal bones. Folic acid will decrease nausea and vomiling.

An Illustrated Guide To Vet Med Term

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ISBN:9781305465763

Author:ROMICH

Publisher:ROMICH

Chapter17: Drugs And Dissection

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