Torch

Question 1

What are teratogenic drugs?

Answer 1

Drugs that can cause birth defects in the developing fetus

These medications should be avoided during pregnancy.

Question 2

What are TORCH infections?

Answer 2

Infections that can cross the placenta and harm pregnant women and the developing fetus

Pregnant women should avoid exposure to these infections.

Question 3

What does the mnemonic ‘TERA-TOWAS’ stand for?

Answer 3

• T: Thalidomide
• E: Epileptic medications (valproic acid, phenytoin)
• R: Retinoid (vit A)
• A: Ace inhibitors, ARBs
• T: Third element (lithium)
• O: Oral contraceptives
• W: Warfarin (coumadin)
• A: Alcohol
• S: Sulfonamides & sulfones

This mnemonic helps remember teratogenic drugs.

Question 4

What does the ‘TORCH’ mnemonic include?

Answer 4

• T: Toxoplasmosis
• O: Other infections
• R: Rubella
• C: Cytomegalovirus (CMV)
• H: Herpes simplex virus (HSV)

This mnemonic highlights infections harmful during pregnancy.

Question 5

Fill in the blank: Teratogenic drugs should be avoided during _______.

Answer 5

[pregnancy]

Question 6

True or False: All infections are safe for pregnant women.

Answer 6

False

Some infections can cross the placenta and harm the fetus.