What Could Be Done to Keep an Rh-Negative Mother from Developing

question 68

Multiple Choice

What could be done to keep an Rh-negative mother from developing the antibodies that may harm future children?

• A) Inject the mother with Rh immune globulin within 72 hours of birth
• B) There is no treatment to avoid Rh incompatibility with future pregnancies
• C) Strong injections of antibiotics can suppress the development of the antibodies
• D) A blood transfusion for the mother is essential to stop the development of the antibodies

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