A Pregnant Adolescent Is Not Gaining Weight and Reports Having

Multiple Choice

A pregnant adolescent is not gaining weight and reports having a few beers with friends over the weekends. Which response should the nurse make to this client? (Select all that apply.)

A) "This just shows what kind of a mother you will be."
B) "No amount of alcohol has been proven safe to consume during pregnancy."
C) "An occasional beer may be safe, but why take a chance with your baby's health?"
D) "Alcohol use during pregnancy is toxic to the fetus and can affect normal development."
E) "Alcohol can prevent the absorption of nutrients that are important for fetal development."