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dakota nelson

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Which one of the following laxatives could be suggested for a woman who is 33 weeks pregnant and has begun to experience constipation?
 
  a. Castor oil
  b. Psyllium hydrophilic mucilloid
  c. Magnesium hydroxide
  d. Mineral oil

Question 2

Which medication would the health care provider recommend to a pregnant patient of 32 weeks' gestation for treatment of occasional headache?
 
  a. Acetylsalicylic acid (Ecotrin)
  b. Ibuprofen (Motrin)
  c. Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
  d. Acetaminophen with codeine (Tylenol 3)



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Bulk-forming laxatives such as psyllium are safe for use during pregnancy, as are stimulant laxa-tives and stool softeners.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is classified as a category B drug, meaning that no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women have shown adverse effects to the fetus, although studies in animals may or may not have done so. Acetaminophen is often used short-term during pregnancy although high doses during the first trimester may result in severe fetal liver damage.





 

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