A client in the final weeks of her third trimester is found to have a persistent breech presentation. She is adamant in her refusal to undergo a cesarean section. What nonsurgical option for turning the fetus to a vertex position should the nurse mention to the client?

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External cephalic version (ECV) is a procedure where the healthcare provider applies pressure to the mother's abdomen to turn the fetus from a breech position (bottom or feet first) to a vertex position (head first). This can increase the chances of a vaginal delivery for women with breech presentations.

A Client in the Final Weeks of Her Third Trimester