The Pregnant Patient at 41 Weeks Is Scheduled for Labor

question 26

Multiple Choice

The pregnant patient at 41 weeks is scheduled for labor induction. She asks the nurse whether induction is really necessary. What response by the nurse is best?

• A) "Babies can develop postmaturity syndrome, which increases their chances of having complications after birth."
• B) "When infants are born 2 or more weeks after their due date, they have meconium in the amniotic fluid."
• C) "Sometimes the placenta ages excessively, and we want to take care of that problem before it happens."
• D) "The doctor wants to be proactive in preventing any problems with your baby if he gets any bigger."

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