A pregnant adolescent tells the nurse that she "only drinks a little." How many drinks per day can cause an adverse effect in an infant?
a. One drink a day
b. Two drinks a day
c. Three drinks a day
d. Four drinks a day
ANS: B
As few as two drinks per day may cause adverse effects in an infant.
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