What should you teach a woman of childbearing age who is prescribed a statin drug?
a. "These drugs should not be taken during pregnancy, but are safe to use when breastfeeding."
b. "Statins drugs can interfere with fetal brain development and should not be taken during pregnancy or breastfeeding."
c. "Because these drugs control fats produced by the liver, they will help control weight gain during pregnancy."
d. "You can take these drugs during pregnancy as long as you do not have a history of muscle or liver problems."
ANS: B
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