A pregnant client requiring a skin biopsy expresses concern about the anesthesia that will be administered. Which response should the nurse provide?

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The safest choice of anesthesia for a pregnant client requiring a skin biopsy is local anesthesia. This type of anesthesia does not cross the placenta and has no direct effect on the fetus. Option A is incorrect because epidurals are not used for skin biopsies. Option B is incorrect because while newer general anesthetics are safer than older ones, they may still pose a risk to the fetus. Option D is incorrect because inhalation anesthetics may cross the placenta and affect the fetus.

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