A newly pregnant patient is taking oral vitamin A to encourage embryo growth. What would you include in your teaching plan for this patient?

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It is important to inform the patient that high doses of vitamin A can cause birth defects and therefore, they should only take the amount prescribed by their healthcare provider. It is also important to note that vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin, not a water-soluble vitamin. Taking vitamin A during the first 12 weeks of pregnancy is not recommended as it can increase the risk of birth defects. Similarly, taking vitamin A in the last trimester of pregnancy does not encourage fetal growth and can still cause harm to the fetus.

A Newly Pregnant Patient Is Taking Oral Vitamin a to Encourage