A 32-year-old woman with epilepsy tells the nurse that she is thinking about getting pregnant and asks the nurse's advice. What is an appropriate answer for the nurse to give?
A) "You should talk to the doctor about that; the medications you're on can damage the fetus."
B) "Do you want to talk to a counselor who can help you weigh the pros and cons of having your own child rather than adopting?"
C) "I'll let the doctor know so you can discuss your medications. In the meantime, I'll give you a list of folate-rich foods you can add to your diet.
D) "That's great. I've got a 4-year-old and a 2-year-old myself."
Ans: C
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