The nurse is instructing a female patient who is 6 weeks pregnant. Which information should the nurse include to best ensure the development of an intact immune system in the baby?
1. Engage in light physical activity during the pregnancy.
2. Limit alcohol consumption to one drink per day.
3. Reduce smoking.
4. Eliminate exposure to known toxins.
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Rationale 1: It is usually recommended that women remain physically active during pregnancy. However, this recommendation is not specific to immunity.
Rationale 2: Women who are pregnant should avoid all alcohol consumption. This recommendation is not specific to immunity.
Rationale 3: Women are advised to eliminate smoking during pregnancy for a variety of reasons. This recommendation is not specific to immunity.
Rationale 4: The baby's immune system in the prenatal and neonatal stages is immature and susceptible to environmental and chemical toxins. A list of toxins would include but would not be limited to those in alcohol and tobacco smoke.
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