A pregnant patient asks the nurse about the safety of using antihistamines for allergic rhinitis. What information should the nurse provide regarding the safety of antihistamines during pregnancy?
a. "These agents are safe during pregnancy."
b. "These agents should not be used during the first trimester."
c. "Safety has not been proven during pregnancy."
d. "The agents are safe only during the third trimester."
ANS: C
The margin of safety for antihistamine use in pregnancy is not known.
Antihistamines should be used only when absolutely necessary but not in the third trimester.
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