A vegetarian adolescent is placed on iron supplementation secondary to a diagnosis of iron-deficiency anemia. Which will the nurse encourage the adolescent to drink when taking the daily iron supplement?

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Orange juice is high in vitamin C, which enhances iron absorption. Black or green tea contains tannins, which can inhibit iron absorption. Milk and tomato juice do not have significant amounts of vitamin C.

A Vegetarian Adolescent Is Placed on Iron Supplementation Secondary to a Diagnosis