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A Patient with an Allergic Skin Disorder Becomes Pregnant, and Asks

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A patient with an allergic skin disorder becomes pregnant, and asks why she can't be placed on a steroid taper like she usually is.The nurse's best response is:


A) "The cause of your skin disorder is directly linked to your pregnancy.After you deliver, your skin should get better."
B) "Steroids will likely cause you to have an abortion; you'll have to put up with your skin disorder for about ten months."
C) "Steroids can cause liver failure, and are not recommended at this time."
D) "Steroids have the potential to cross the placenta, and should be avoided during pregnancy."

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