A patient who is being discharged after a liver transplant asks the nurse when she will be able to try to become pregnant. The nurse appropriately responds by stating:
A) "You will never have a period after a liver transplant and you will never be able to get pregnant."
B) "You can consider trying to get pregnant now. Let's start you on prenatal vitamins today."
C) "You should see a fertility specialist to discuss this topic."
D) "Pregnancy can be considered after one year of transplantation, but it is considered a high-risk pregnancy and you will need to discuss this with your doctor."
Ans: D
Feedback: The nurse should immediately address the patient's question by stating that research indicates that pregnancy can be considered 1 year after transplantation. The patient should also be informed that successful pregnancy outcomes have been reported, but these pregnancies carry a risk for the mother and infant and are considered high risk. The female patient should be informed that she should use a reliable form of birth control as she will have her menses and be able to get pregnant, but pregnancy should be avoided for at least 1 year.
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