Safety and Infection ControlQuestion 1725 of 2368
The nurse is preparing to give a medication to a client who is pregnant. Which action is required?
- Check a recent, evidence-based drug reference before giving the drug
- Give the drug because the placenta blocks all medications
- Give the drug if the client has taken it before
- Wait for the client to report any fetal concerns
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Correct answer: Check a recent, evidence-based drug reference before giving the drug
The placenta is permeable to some drugs, and some can harm the fetus. The nurse must check a drug reference and notify the provider of concerns.
Source: Nursing Pharmacology, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Pharmacokinetics & Pharmacodynamics: Placental Barrier. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Safety and Infection Control"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026