Which statement is correct regarding the use of asthma medications during pregnancy?
A. The use of these medications during the first trimester is an indication for termination of pregnancy.
B. Asthma medications pose no potential harm to a developing fetus and may be taken as needed.
C. The use of these medications is contraindicated throughout pregnancy.
D. Untreated asthma may be more detrimental to the developing fetus than drugs used to treat it.
D
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