Which of the following items should be avoided by pregnant women? Select all that apply.

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Pregnant women and their fetuses are at higher risk of developing foodborne illness. They should take precautions to prevent consumption of contaminated foods by avoiding soft cheeses not made with pasteurized milk; deli meats, unless they have been refrigerated until right before consumption; raw or unpasteurized milk or milk products; raw eggs; raw or undercooked meat; unpasteurized juice; raw sprouts; raw or undercooked fish; and shark, swordfish, king mackerel, or tilefish. Additionally, this population should avoid cat litter boxes and handling pets when preparing foods.

Which of the Following Items Should Be Avoided by Pregnant