Physiological AdaptationQuestion 1044 of 2368

A pregnant client reports craving and eating ice and cornstarch every day. For which condition should the nurse assess?

  1. Hyperthyroidism
  2. Iron-deficiency anemia
  3. Gestational hypertension
  4. Urinary tract infection
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Correct answer: Iron-deficiency anemia

Pica is a craving for nonfood substances, and it can be caused by iron-deficiency anemia or other nutritional deficiencies.

Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Antepartum Care: Pica. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026