- banana nut muffin, bowl of grits, green tea
- bran waffles, grapefruit, iced coffee
- whole grain oatmeal with strawberry slices, orange juice
- scrambled eggs, beef sausage patty, milk
A client has been diagnosed with pernicious anemia. What breakfast should the nurse suggest to increase dietary B12?
Number 4 is correct.
Rationale: Foods high in B12 include eggs, lamb, beef, shellfish, some cheeses, seafood, and milk. While the other foods need not be avoided, diet should focus on consuming B12–rich foods.