A pregnant patient is taking all four first-line drugs for tuberculosis (TB). Which additional health care actions are needed for this patient? (Select all that apply.)
a. Ensuring that no weight is gained
b. Checking liver function tests monthly
c. Checking vision and intraocular pressure monthly
d. Testing urine for the presence of the TB organism
e. Supplementing with B-complex vitamins
f. Avoiding alcoholic beverages
B, E, F
The risk for liver toxicity is higher when taking TB drug therapy during pregnancy, and close monitoring of liver function is needed. In addition, the pregnant woman needs higher doses of a B-complex vitamin supplement when taking INH. Avoiding alcohol during TB therapy is very important for all patients and is critical for pregnant women because of the increased risk for liver toxicity as well as fetal alcohol syndrome.
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