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?

Cleft palate. Signup and view all the answers

What effect can male hormones have during pregnancy?

Decrease fetal growth. Signup and view all the answers

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

Inactive ingredients Signup and view all the answers

Why are generic drugs typically less expensive than branded drugs?

They are just as effective as branded drugs Signup and view all the answers

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

To prevent abuse and addiction Signup and view all the answers

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

To address existing diseases and medication use Signup and view all the answers

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

To provide sufficient health teachings to women Signup and view all the answers

Why are controlled substances tightly regulated during pregnancy?

To prevent their use without medical supervision Signup and view all the answers

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

Alcohol Signup and view all the answers

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

Short arms and twisted hands Signup and view all the answers

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

Premature closure of ductus arteriosus Signup and view all the answers

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

Angiotensin II antagonist 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?

Ductus arteriosus Signup and view all the answers

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

Teratogenic drugs Signup and view all the answers

Effects of Different Substances on Pregnancy

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