Which of the following is true of the intake of drugs during pregnancy?
A. All drugs consumed by pregnant women can pass through the placental barrier.
B. The inclusion of Accutane in a woman's diet has been found to be beneficial to the fetus.
C. Drugs cannot affect the fetus because its nervous system is distinct from its mother's.
D. The long-term use of antibiotics by pregnant women may cause damage to the fetus.
Answer: D
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