Author Question: Drug-induced teratogenesis is most likely to occur: a. during the first trimester of pregnancy. ... (Read 56 times)

Chelseaamend · **on:** Jul 24, 2018

Drug-induced teratogenesis is most likely to occur:

a. during the first trimester of pregnancy.
b. during the second trimester of pregnancy.
c. during the third trimester of pregnancy.
d. during labor and delivery.

Question 2

The client asks the nurse if she should take the herb ginkgo to help with her forgetfulness. The nurse's best response is:

a. Studies have shown ginkgo prevents dementia.
b. Herbal medicine can't hurt you and it might help.
c. Herbal medicine is used in all cultures with much success.
d. Herbal medicines are not regulated by the FDA; therefore, their safety and effectiveness cannot be established.

DHRUVSHAH · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A

Feedback
A Correct: This is true, because this is the time of active and rapid development of new fetal organs.
B Incorrect: Although these effects can occur then, this is a period of less formation and more maturation.
C Incorrect: Although these effects can occur then, this is a period of less formation and more maturation.
D Incorrect: There is the time teratogens are least likely to affect the fetus, although they certainly can affect the fetus at this time.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is not an appropriate professional nursing response.
B Incorrect: Because herbal medicines are not regulated, we don't know whether they can hurt a client.
C Incorrect: This is not a responsible nursing reply.
D Correct: This response answers the client's question factually and professionally.