The client having her second child is scheduled for a cesarean birth because the baby is in a breech presentation. The client states, "I'm wondering what will be different this time compared with my first birth, which was vaginal." Which response by the nurse is most appropriate?

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The most appropriate response by the nurse is to inform the client about wearing sequential compression devices to prevent blood clots, which is a common practice for patients undergoing cesarean sections to reduce the risk of deep vein thrombosis. This response directly addresses a specific difference in care related to a cesarean birth compared to a vaginal birth.

The Client Having Her Second Child Is Scheduled for a Cesarean