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What is the most likely outcome of exposure to a teratogen during the embryonic period?
What is the most likely outcome of exposure to a teratogen during the embryonic period?
- Large increase in GFR
- Impairment in brain functioning
- Gross malformations (correct)
- Increased time for drug absorption
What is the most important factor in determining if a drug is able to cross the placenta?
What is the most important factor in determining if a drug is able to cross the placenta?
- Lipid-solubility (correct)
- GI transit time
- Protein binding
- Ionization
What should women of childbearing age be educated about?
What should women of childbearing age be educated about?
- The health of the fetus
- Benefits of medication
- Hepatic metabolism of drugs
- Teratogenic risks of medications (correct)
