A nurse teaches pregnant clients about neural tube defects (NTDs) that can cause brain and spinal defects in infants. Which nutrient should the nurse mention in this discussion?

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Folic acid is crucial for the prevention of neural tube defects (NTDs) in developing fetuses. Adequate intake of folic acid before conception and during early pregnancy reduces the risk of NTDs, such as spina bifida and anencephaly.

A Nurse Teaches Pregnant Clients About Neural Tube Defects (NTDs)