A Pregnant Client Arrives for Her First Prenatal Visit at the Clinic

A pregnant client arrives for her first prenatal visit at the clinic. She tells you that she has been taking an additional 400 mcg of folic acid prior to her pregnancy. Based on information obtained, she is at 8 weeks' gestation. What recommendation would you give regarding folic acid supplementation?

A) Have the client continue to take 400 mcg folic acid throughout her pregnancy.
B) Tell the client that she no longer has to take additional folic acid because it will be included in her prenatal vitamins.
C) Have the client increase her folic acid intake to 1000 mcg throughout the rest of her pregnancy.
D) Schedule the client to go for an AFP (alpha-fetoprotein) test.

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