What Should Nurses Be Aware of Concerning the Use and Abuse

question 2

Multiple Choice

What should nurses be aware of concerning the use and abuse of legal drugs or substances?

• A) Although cigarette smoking causes a number of health problems, it has little direct effect on maternity-related health.
• B) About 25% of women ages 18 to 24 report frequent excessive alcohol consumption.
• C) Coffee is a stimulant that can interrupt body functions and has been related to birth defects.
• D) Prescription psychotherapeutic drugs taken by the mother do not affect the fetus; otherwise, they would not have been prescribed.

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