Which Mother Is a Good Candidate for a Home Delivery

question 47

Multiple Choice

Which mother is a good candidate for a home delivery?

• A) Heather, a healthy 43-year-old who previously had a cesarean delivery
• B) Helena, a first-time mom who wants to deliver her own baby unassisted
• C) Prudence, a 30-year-old second-time mom, assisted by a certified nurse-midwife
• D) Donna, a fifth-time mom whose baby is in a breech position

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