The nurse is reviewing a client's prenatal history.Which prescribed medication does the nurse understand is not considered a teratogen and prescribed during pregnancy?

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Teratogens,agents that cause birth defects when present in the prenatal environment,account for the majority of adverse intrauterine effects not attributable to genetic factors.Types of teratogens include drugs (phenytoin [Dilantin],warfarin [Coumadin],isotretinoin [Accutane]).Heparin is the anticoagulant used during pregnancy and is not a teratogen.It does not cross the placenta.

The Nurse Is Reviewing a Client's Prenatal History