NURS 3100 Exam 1 Practice

Which classifications of medications have shown no confirmed risk for fetal abnormalities if taken while pregnant?

1. Category A

2. Category B

3. Category C

4. Category D

The correct answer is: Category A

Category A medications have shown no confirmed risk for fetal abnormalities if taken while pregnant. This classification means that well-controlled studies in pregnant women have not shown an increased risk of fetal abnormalities. Category B medications are also relatively safe but do not have as much data supporting their use during pregnancy as Category A medications. Category C medications have shown adverse effects in animal studies but do not have enough human data to confirm risks. Category D medications have shown risks to the fetus, but the benefits may outweigh the risks in certain situations.