Which of the following statements is true about folate and pregnancy?Multiple ChoiceFolate deficiency in pregnancy is associated with birth defects such as spina bifida.The RDA for folate for pregnant women increases by 50 percent over the RDA for nonpregnant women.Fortified breakfast cereal is a nutrient-dense source of folate for pregnant women.All of these choices are correct.

A maternal deficiency of folate has been linked to the development of ______.Multiple choice question.neural tube defectsDown syndromespontaneous abortionspreterm infants

A folate deficiency during pregnancy increases the risk for ______.Multiple choice question.cardiovascular defectsabnormalities in liver developmentabnormalities in lung developmentneural tube defects

Select all that applyNeural tube defects that result due to a lack of folate during pregnancy include ____.Multiple select question.cleft palateanencephalyspina bifidaDown syndrome

A mother has recently learned that her infant has been diagnosed with spina bifida.  During tertiary care of the infant, she asks how this could have happened. Which nutrient will you suggest was lacking during gestation? A. Calcium B. Vitimin D C. Folic Acid D. Vitamin K

What is the recommended daily intake of folate for pregnant women?Group of answer choices600 mcg400 mcg200 mcg800 mcg