The nurse understands that drug therapy is postponed until after pregnancy and lactation when possible. Which of the following acute and chronic conditions may be managed with drugs during pregnancy?
A. Epilepsy
B. Serious cystic acne
C. Sexually transmitted infections
D. Gestational diabetes
E. Hypertension
Ans:
A. Epilepsy
C. Sexually transmitted infections
D. Gestational diabetes
E. Hypertension
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