A Patient at 40 Weeks' Gestation Is to Undergo Stripping

A patient at 40 weeks' gestation is to undergo stripping of the membranes. The nurse provides the patient with information about the procedure. Which information is accurate?

A) Intravenous administration of oxytocin will be used to initiate contractions.
B) The healthcare provider will insert a gloved finger into the cervical os and rotate the finger 360 degrees.
C) The procedure will not cause discomfort, and is usually effective.
D) Labor should begin within 24-48 hours after the procedure.
E) Uterine contractions, cramping, and a bloody discharge can occur after the procedure.