A woman vows to quit smoking and drinking immediately upon the surprising news that she is 2 months pregnant. Which of the following concerns would the nurse have for this woman?
a. Those with whom she shares living quarters might smoke or drink.
b. Fetal damage may already have occurred.
c. Peers may encourage her to resume old habits, and peer pressure is very strong.
d. She won't be able to keep her vow.
ANS: B
The fetus can suffer damage very early in pregnancy, even before a woman knows she is pregnant.
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