Effects of Different Substances on Pregnancy
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What is a potential risk associated with cocaine use during pregnancy?

  • Reduction in fetal growth. (correct)
  • Increased risk of congenital malformations involving the CNS.
  • Weakening, hypoplasia, and discoloration of long bones.
  • Decreased maternal blood pressure.

    • How can high doses of vitamin A impact pregnancy?

  • Cause cardiac malformations.
  • Cause congenital malformations involving the CNS. (correct)
  • Increase maternal blood pressure.
  • Result in structural reproductive tract anomalies.

    • Which medication can result in premature closure of the ductus arteriosus in the fetus?

  • Male hormones
  • Warfarin (correct)
  • Phenobarbital
  • Lithium

    • What birth defect can result from the use of isotretinoin during pregnancy?

    <p>Cleft palate. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect can male hormones have during pregnancy?

    <p>Decrease fetal growth. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can sometimes cause an allergic reaction to consumers when taking generics?

    <p>Inactive ingredients (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are generic drugs typically less expensive than branded drugs?

    <p>They are just as effective as branded drugs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of controlling substances like dangerous drugs during pregnancy?

    <p>To prevent abuse and addiction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for pregnant women to have prenatal check-ups?

    <p>To address existing diseases and medication use (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of a nurse in regard to teratogens and pregnancy?

    <p>To provide sufficient health teachings to women (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are controlled substances tightly regulated during pregnancy?

    <p>To prevent their use without medical supervision (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which substance can cause fetal alcohol syndrome, facial and cardiovascular defects, and neurologic dysfunction?

    <p>Alcohol (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What birth defects can result from the use of isotretinoin (an acne drug) during pregnancy?

    <p>Short arms and twisted hands (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cocaine use during pregnancy has been associated with which complication in the developing fetus?

    <p>Premature closure of ductus arteriosus (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following drugs can cause skull ossification defects, neonatal anuria, and oligohydramnios in the fetus?

    <p>Angiotensin II antagonist (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    NSAID use during the third trimester of pregnancy can increase the risk for premature closure of which fetal structure?

    <p>Ductus arteriosus (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which substance can disturb the development of the embryo or fetus, halting the pregnancy or causing congenital malformations?

    <p>Teratogenic drugs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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