Question

question 5 of 5
during a meeting with the school nurse, a 15 - year - old child has declared their intention to adopt a vegan diet. the nurse should conduct client education to ensure that the client maintains an adequate intake of:
vitamin c.
protein.
unsaturated fats.
carbohydrates.

Explanation:

A vegan diet excludes all animal products. Protein is crucial for growth, repair, and maintenance of body tissues. While vitamin C (found in fruits/vegetables), unsaturated fats (in nuts, seeds, avocados), and carbohydrates (in grains, legumes) can be obtained from plant - based sources, protein is often a concern as animal products are a common source of complete proteins. Vegans need to ensure they combine different plant proteins (e.g., legumes and grains) to get all essential amino acids.

Answer:

B. protein.