A Patient Who Has Just Learned She Is Pregnant Has

question 6

Multiple Choice

A patient who has just learned she is pregnant has stopped using a prescription medication that she takes for asthma because she doesn't want to harm her baby. What will the nurse tell her?

• A) That asthma medications will not affect the fetus
• B) That her baby's health is dependent on hers
• C) To avoid taking medications during her pregnancy
• D) To resume the medication in her second trimester

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Definitions:

Wave Scheduling

A method of appointment scheduling in which patients are booked at the same time within a given hour to smooth out the flow throughout the day.

Cluster Scheduling

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Open-Hours Scheduling

A system of scheduling in which patients arrive at the doctor’s office at their convenience and are seen on a first-come, first-served basis.

Reminder Mailing

A communication method used to inform or remind individuals about upcoming events, due payments, or necessary actions.