Friday April 9, 1999 - Question 7

Which of the following statements concerning radioactive materials or radiocontrast media and breastfeeding is correct?

A. Breastfeeding is permanently suspended after the mother undergoes a study involving radioactive materials or radiocontrast media.
B. Radioactive iodine is not expected to pass into human milk.
C. Exposure to technetium 99m requires only a short discontinuation of breastfeeding.
D. Use of gallium citrate will require permanent cessation of breastfeeding.
E. Gadolinium is the only radioactive material safe for use while nursing.
 
 

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