The pregnant patient plans to breastfeed her baby. She asks the nurse about the use of herbal products during breastfeeding. What is the best response by the nurse?
1. "Be sure to check the label to see if the herbal product could be used during breastfeeding."
2. "Most drugs can be transferred to the infant during breastfeeding, so this is not recommended."
3. "Herbal products are considered natural, so it should be fine to use them during breastfeeding ."
4. "This should be fine, as long as there is at least 12 hours between the time you use the product and when you breastfeed."
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale: It is best to avoid as many drugs as possible during breastfeeding. The bottle may not be labeled for breastfeeding, so the patient should check with the nurse. There is no safety time limit established between the use of the product and breastfeeding. Herbal products are drugs.
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