The nurse is planning care for a pregnant client prone to substance abuse. When the client states, "My baby isn't getting my drugs, I am," how does the nurse respond?Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.
A. "Most illicit drugs will cross the placenta and hurt the baby."
B. "Drugs may work longer in your baby."
C. "Some drugs result in your baby not growing enough."
D. "You are correct. You are far enough along in your pregnancy that drugs will not harm your baby."
E. "If you continue to take drugs, it will make you have a large infant."
Answer: C
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