A pregnant client is scheduled for a procedure to harvest stem cells from the fetus's umbilical cord. Which of the following must occur before this procedure can be conducted?

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Before harvesting stem cells from the fetus's umbilical cord, the umbilical cord must be visualized upon ultrasound. This confirms the location of the cord and ensures that the procedure can be performed safely without damaging the fetus or the cord. The other options listed do not relate to this specific procedure.

A Pregnant Client Is Scheduled for a Procedure to Harvest