A laboring client's obstetrician has suggested amniotomy as a method for inducing labor. Which assessment(s) must be made just before the amniotomy is performed?

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Before performing an amniotomy, it is crucial to assess fetal presentation, position, station, and heart rate to ensure the safety of the procedure and to monitor for any potential complications that could arise from the intervention.

A Laboring Client's Obstetrician Has Suggested Amniotomy as a Method