NCLEX-PN Practice Q 88

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The doctor has prescribed a diet high in vitamin B12 for a client with pernicious anemia. Which foods are highest in B12?

  

     A. Meat, eggs, dairy products

     B. Oysters, raisins, veal

     C. Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage

     D. Shrimp, legumes, bran cereals

    

    

Correct Answer: A. Meat, eggs, dairy products

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Option A: Pernicious anemia is caused by a deficiency of vitamin b12, which is essential for the normal production of red blood cells. Aside from treating it with injections of vitamin b12, natural food sources may also be beneficial such as meat, eggs, and dairy products.

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Option B: Oysters, raisins, veal are good sources of iron.

Option C: Broccoli, cauliflower, and cabbage are rich in vitamin K.

Option D: Shrimp, legumes, and bran cereals are high in magnesium.

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