What Is a Common Reason That Assessing for Side Effects

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Multiple Choice

What is a common reason that assessing for side effects of medications during pregnancy is challenging?

• A) Drug doses are decreased during pregnancy to decrease the incidence of side effects.
• B) Adverse effects of medications are not experienced as often with pregnant women.
• C) Adverse effects of medications are often similar to common discomforts of pregnancy.
• D) The mother has increased blood volume, so the drugs may not be strong enough to produce side effects.

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