MS Is Choosing to Have an Elective Repeat Cesarean Birth

question 9

Multiple Choice

M.S. is choosing to have an elective repeat cesarean birth. Her surgery should be scheduled for what gestational age:

• A) 38 weeks
• B) 39 weeks
• C) 40 weeks
• D) When labor begins

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