A prenatal patient asks the nurse about conditions that would necessitate a cesarean delivery. The nurse explains that cesarean delivery generally is performed in the presence of:

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Complete placenta previa, placental abruption, umbilical cord prolapse, and failure to progress are conditions that can necessitate a cesarean delivery due to risks to the mother or baby. Precipitous labor, while rapid, does not typically require a cesarean unless complications arise.

A Prenatal Patient Asks the Nurse About Conditions That Would