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PTCB PTCE Exam - Topic 2 Question 110 Discussion

Actual exam question for PTCB's PTCE exam
Question #: 110
Topic #: 2
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Whichvitaminshould be takenbefore and during pregnancyto help avoidneural tube defects?

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Suggested Answer: D

Folic acid (Vitamin B9) is crucial for fetal development, reducing the risk of neural tube defects like spina bifida.

Recommended dose: At least 400 mcg daily before pregnancy and during the first trimester.

Reference:CDC Folic Acid Pregnancy Guidelines, PTCE Vitamin & Supplement Guide.


by Gwen at Apr 04, 2025, 06:10 AM

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Felicidad
2 months ago
Wait, isn't it just for brain development?
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Terina
2 months ago
Totally agree, it's super important!
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Shaun
3 months ago
Are we sure it's only folic acid?
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Tamar
3 months ago
I've heard it helps with more than that!
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Rodolfo
3 months ago
Folic acid is the one!
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Kaycee
3 months ago
I practiced a question like this before, and I think it was about folic acid. It’s supposed to be crucial for fetal development, especially in the early stages.
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Alease
4 months ago
I keep second-guessing myself! I thought thiamine was related to pregnancy too, but folic acid definitely rings a bell for neural tube defects.
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Leah
4 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like ascorbic acid was mentioned in a different context. Folic acid sounds more familiar for this question.
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Rosendo
4 months ago
I think it's folic acid, right? I remember it being really important for preventing neural tube defects.
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Willodean
4 months ago
Ah, this is a tricky one. I know there are a few important vitamins for pregnancy, but I'm drawing a blank on which one is specifically for neural tube defects. I'll have to make an educated guess here.
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Arlene
4 months ago
Okay, let me see. I think it's either folic acid or vitamin C, but I'm leaning more towards folic acid since that sounds familiar from my studies. I'll go with that for now.
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Willard
5 months ago
Hmm, I'm not totally sure about this one. I know vitamins are important during pregnancy, but I can't recall which specific one is best for preventing neural tube defects. I'll have to think this through carefully.
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Jettie
5 months ago
I'm pretty sure the answer is folic acid, since I remember learning that it's important for pregnant women to take folic acid to prevent neural tube defects.
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Brandon
10 months ago
Folic acid, definitely. It's the secret weapon against those pesky neural tube issues. Gotta load up on that stuff!
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Leonida
8 months ago
It's amazing how something as simple as folic acid can make such a big difference in a baby's development.
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Dahlia
8 months ago
I heard that too, it's important to start taking it before getting pregnant.
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Tyisha
8 months ago
Yes, folic acid is crucial for preventing neural tube defects.
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Gertude
10 months ago
D. Folic acid, all the way! It's like the superhero of prenatal nutrients, saving babies from neural tube defects one pregnancy at a time.
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Skye
8 months ago
D) Folic acid
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Joni
8 months ago
C) Thiamine
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Dulce
9 months ago
B) Ascorbic acid
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Zona
9 months ago
D. Folic acid, all the way! It's like the superhero of prenatal nutrients, saving babies from neural tube defects one pregnancy at a time.
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Beata
9 months ago
A) Pyridoxine
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Tricia
9 months ago
D) Folic acid
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Dana
9 months ago
C) Thiamine
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Melda
9 months ago
B) Ascorbic acid
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Rolland
9 months ago
A) Pyridoxine
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Buddy
10 months ago
Hmm, I think the answer is D. Folic acid. It's like the superstar of pregnancy vitamins, right?
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Helga
8 months ago
It's amazing how something as simple as a vitamin can make such a big difference.
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Madalyn
8 months ago
Folic acid is definitely important for a healthy pregnancy.
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Cristy
8 months ago
I heard that too. It's recommended to start taking it before getting pregnant.
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Rikki
9 months ago
Yes, you're right! Folic acid is crucial for preventing neural tube defects.
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Fidelia
10 months ago
I'm pretty sure it's D. Folic acid. My mom took that when she was pregnant with me, and I turned out just fine.
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Huey
10 months ago
Folic acid, of course! The key to a healthy pregnancy is making sure you get enough of that essential vitamin.
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Walker
10 months ago
Yes, folic acid is crucial for a healthy pregnancy. It's always recommended to take it before and during pregnancy.
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Amber
10 months ago
Folic acid is definitely important for preventing neural tube defects.
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Annett
11 months ago
I think the answer is D) Folic acid because it's commonly recommended for pregnant women.
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Gabriele
11 months ago
I agree, folic acid is crucial for pregnant women.
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Cyndy
11 months ago
D) Folic acid is important for preventing neural tube defects.
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