Asked by Anthony Ajazi on May 26, 2024
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Teratogenic drugs should be avoided in which patient population?
A) Pregnant women
B) Elderly
C) Children
D) Adolescents
Teratogenic
Relating to substances or factors that can cause congenital abnormalities or birth defects during fetal development.
- Identify and manage adverse reactions and toxicities resulting from drug use.
Verified Answer
R1
RIDHUVARSINISR 19BIS031May 29, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Drugs that are known to cause developmental defects are termed teratogenic.These drugs are contraindicated during pregnancy because of the likelihood of adverse effects in the embryo or fetus.
Learning Objectives
- Identify and manage adverse reactions and toxicities resulting from drug use.
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