A nurse is counseling a pregnant client about essential nutrients during pregnancy. The nurse emphasizes the importance of folic acid intake to prevent which fetal complication?
✓ Correct Answer: Option B
Adequate folic acid intake before and during early pregnancy is crucial for preventing neural tube defects like spina bifida and anencephaly in the developing fetus.
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