When a woman chooses care outside of the National Midwifery Guidelines for Consultation and Referral, the midwife should:
a. ignore the woman's decision and do what she (the midwife) thinks is best.
b. ask another medical specialist to convince the woman to change her mind.
c. support the woman's legal right to make decisions regarding her care.
d. immediately dissolve the partnership with the woman.
ANS: C
The Australian College of Midwives respects and supports a woman's legal right to make decisions regarding her care following a discussion of the risks and benefits of any aspect of care, including procedures.
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