The client is instructing a client recovering from a classic uterine incision for a cesarean birth. Which statement indicates that the client understands implications for future pregnancies that are secondary to this type of incision?
A) "I can only have one more baby."
B) "The next time I have a baby, I can try to deliver vaginally."
C) "Every time I have a baby, I will have to have a cesarean delivery."
D) "The risk of rupturing my uterus is too high for me to have any more babies."

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A classical uterine incision extends vertically into the upper part of the uterus, increasing the risk of uterine rupture during a future pregnancy. As a result, subsequent pregnancies will require a cesarean delivery. Option A is incorrect because the ability to have more than one baby depends on other factors such as maternal age, health, and desire to have more children. Option B is not always possible, as a previous classical uterine incision is a contraindication for vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) due to the risk of uterine rupture. Option D is true, but it doesn't explain the reason why the client cannot have more children.

The Client Is Instructing a Client Recovering from a Classic