Chapter 53 Drug in Pregnancy and Lactations Q&A (1 OF 16) Sample Questions
1. Which of the following categories indicates restricted use of a drug during pregnancy?
- A. Category A
- B. Category B
- C. Category C
- D. Category X
Ans:
D
Tips: Below are the categories and their effect on pregnancies:
A = Controlled studies show no risk
B = No evidence of risk in humans
C = Risk cannot be ruled out
D = Positive evidence of risk
X = Contraindicated in pregnancy
A = Controlled studies show no risk
B = No evidence of risk in humans
C = Risk cannot be ruled out
D = Positive evidence of risk
X = Contraindicated in pregnancy