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

question 22

Multiple Choice

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

• A)Midwifery care is only available 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)She should be aware that midwives are not certified.
• D)Her delivery can take place only at home or in a birth center.

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