A client asks the nurse about the impact of alcohol consumption during pregnancy on the risk of congenital heart diseases. What should the nurse explain?

A) This option is incorrect. Maternal age is a non-modifiable risk factor. However, it is important to educate parents about other factors they can control during pregnancy.

B) This option is incorrect. Family history of heart diseases is a non-modifiable risk factor since it relates to the genetic predisposition for certain conditions.

C) Correct answer. Exposure to environmental toxins can be a modifiable risk factor if expectant parents take appropriate measures to avoid exposure to harmful substances during pregnancy. This may include avoiding certain chemicals, pollutants, and teratogenic agents.

D) This option is incorrect. Genetic inheritance is a non-modifiable risk factor for congenital heart diseases, as it relates to the transmission of genes from parents to their children.

A) Incorrect. Not all medications can be crushed, and mixing them with the infant's formula may affect their efficacy. Crushing medications should only be done when it is safe and appropriate, as determined by the healthcare provider.

B) Incorrect. Administering medications simultaneously may not be feasible or safe, as some medications require specific intervals between doses. The nurse should follow the prescribed administration schedule to ensure appropriate drug levels in the infant's system.

C) The answer is C. Using a medication organizer can help the nurse and the infant's parents keep track of the complex medication schedule. This helps prevent missed doses and ensures proper administration of each medication.

D) Incorrect. The nurse, along with the healthcare provider, should determine the medication dosing times based on the infant's condition and the prescribed schedule. Leaving the decision solely to the parents may lead to dosing errors or missed doses.