Vignette #1 Maya and Bob Have Been Married for 5

question 85

Multiple Choice

Vignette #1 Maya and Bob have been married for 5 years, have graduated from college, and have decided to start a family. Maya's mother gives her a book, How to Have a Successful Pregnancy . Bob and Maya are eager to start reading the book and give their baby the best start in life possible. Let's see how much you already know by answering the following questions.
Maya takes Accutane (isotretinoin) for acne and hopes to continue using it during her pregnancy. What advice would you give her?

• A) Stop taking it immediately as it causes major birth defects, and consult your doctor.
• B) Continue taking it as it won't affect the outcome of the pregnancy.
• C) Take half the usual dose and stay out of direct sunlight.
• D) Stop taking it until after the first trimester; then it is safe to resume again.
• E) Replace the Accutane with an herbal product since this would be a safe, natural alternative.

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