A nurse is educating a 22-year-old female client about reproductive health. The nurse stresses the importance of adequate folic acid intake for all women of childbearing age. What is the primary reason for this recommendation?
✓ Correct Answer: Option B
Adequate folic acid intake for women of childbearing age is crucial to reduce the risk of neural tube defects, such as spina bifida and anencephaly, in potential offspring.