A nurse is caring for a female client who complains of easy fatigability and weakness. Laboratory tests reveal that the client has an iron-deficiency anemia. History reveals that the client is a practicing vegetarian. Which of the following food items is correctly included in the client's daily diet to correct iron-deficiency anemia?

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Among the choices, raisins have the most iron content. Iron from plants is less efficiently absorbed by the body when compared to the amount of iron obtained from meats. Other good sources of iron are whole grains and green leafy vegetables. Brewer's yeast is high in Vitamin B12. Soybean milk and tofu are high in calcium. Bananas are rich in potassium.

A Nurse Is Caring for a Female Client Who Complains