During a Prenatal Intake Interview,the Client Informs the Nurse That

question 27

Multiple Choice

During a prenatal intake interview,the client informs the nurse that she would prefer a midwife to provide her care during pregnancy and deliver her infant.What information would be most appropriate for the nurse to share with this patient?

• A)Midwifery care is available only to clients who are uninsured because their services are less expensive than an obstetrician. Costs are often lower than an obstetric provider.
• B)The client will receive fewer interventions during the birth process.
• C)The client should be aware that midwives are not certified.
• D)Delivery can take place only at the client's home or in a birth center.

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