Mindy's doctor recommends a diagnostic X-ray to check her lungs for a possible respiratory infection. Since she is in her first trimester, she is concerned about the possible risks of the X-ray radiation on her baby. Which of the following precautions should the doctor take to avoid any complications in Mindy's unborn baby due to the X-ray?
A. Give Mindy a mild dose of an analgesic.
B. Give Mindy an epidural block to numb her body from the waist down.
C. Cover Mindy with several thick, woolen quilts.
D. Cover Mindy's abdomen with a lead apron.
Answer: D
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