A patient who is 32 weeks pregnant telephones the nurse at her obstetrician's office and complains of constant backache. She asks what pain reliever is safe for her to take. The best nursing response is
A) "You should come into the office and let the doctor check you."
B) "Acetaminophen is acceptable during pregnancy. You should not take aspirin, however."
C) "Back pain is common at this time during pregnancy because you tend to stand with a sway back."
D) "Avoid medication because you are pregnant. Try soaking in a warm bath or using a heating pad on low before taking any medication."
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