Question

A pregnant client with an infection tells the nurse that she has taken tetracycline (Tetracyn) for infections on other occasions and prefers to take it now. The nurse tells the client that tetracycline is avoided when treating an infection in pregnant women because it:

A. Affects breastfeeding adversely
B. Influences the fetus' teeth buds
C. Causes fetal allergies to the medication
D. Increases the fetus' tolerance to the medication

Answer 1

Tetracycline is avoided when treating an infection in pregnant women because it influences the fetus' teeth buds.

Step-by-step explanation:

Tetracycline is avoided when treating an infection in pregnant women because it influences the fetus' teeth buds. Tetracycline can cause permanent discoloration of developing teeth in fetuses, leading to a condition called dental staining. This is why it is not recommended during pregnancy.