A pregnant woman,gravida 2,para 1,tells the nurse she desires a VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean section)with this pregnancy.What is the primary concern regarding complications for this patient during labor and birth?

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Nursing care for women who plan to have a VBAC is similar to that for women who have had no cesarean births.The main concern is that the uterine scar will rupture,which can disrupt the placental blood flow and cause hemorrhage.Observation for signs of uterine rupture should be part of the nursing care for all laboring women,regardless of whether they have had a previous cesarean birth.

A Pregnant Woman,gravida 2,para 1,tells the Nurse She Desires a VBAC