The nurse is providing care for a patient who is at 42 weeks gestation. The patient's primary care provider is suggesting induction, but the patient is resistant. Which facts can the nurse provide if the patient asks about allowing labor to start spontaneously? Select all that apply.

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A) Stillbirth or newborn death risk does increase in pregnancies that extend beyond 42 weeks due to various factors including placental aging.B) A larger fetal size, which is more likely in post-term pregnancies, can lead to complications during labor and delivery, such as shoulder dystocia.E) Postmature fetuses, those born after 42 weeks of gestation, often have decreased subcutaneous fat and may lack the protective coatings of vernix and lanugo, which can lead to skin issues and temperature regulation problems.

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