NURS 3100 Exam 1 Practice

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What factors influence the selection of a drug for a breastfeeding client?

The newborn's age and health status
The properties of the drug
Laboratory results of the client
The number of previous pregnancies

The correct answer is: The properties of the drug

When selecting a drug for a breastfeeding client, it is essential to consider the properties of the drug itself. This includes characteristics such as the drug's molecular size, lipid solubility, protein binding, and half-life, all of which can affect its transfer into breast milk and potential risks to the infant. Understanding the properties of the drug allows healthcare providers to make informed decisions about the safety of using that specific medication while breastfeeding. While factors such as the newborn's age and health status, laboratory results of the client, and the number of previous pregnancies may be important for overall assessment and management of the client, they do not directly influence the selection of a drug for a breastfeeding mother. The crucial consideration when choosing a drug for a breastfeeding client is how the properties of the drug may impact the infant through breast milk.