Question

multiple choice 1 point 9 which of the following statements best describe why pregnant people should avoid all medications unless it is prescribed by their health care provider? medication side effects are worse during pregnancy. many medications cross the placenta and negatively impact the fetus. many medications cause preterm birth. fetal growth is delayed by medications.

Explanation:

To determine the best statement, we analyze each option:

• Option 1 (Medication side effects are worse during pregnancy): Not all medication side effects are worse in pregnancy, so this is inaccurate.
• Option 2 (Many medications cross the placenta and negatively impact the fetus): This is a key reason pregnant people avoid unprescribed meds, as placental transfer can harm the fetus.
• Option 3 (Many medications cause preterm birth): While some might, this isn't the primary general reason for avoiding all unprescribed meds.
• Option 4 (Fetal growth is delayed by medications): Not all medications delay growth, so this is too broad.

Answer:

B. Many medications cross the placenta and negatively impact the fetus.