The client received a score of 9 on the Modified Bishop Scoring System. The nurse interprets this to mean that the client:
a. cannot be considered for labor induction because of to her overall health status.
b. can be considered for labor induction but the risks should be evaluated.
c. cannot be considered for labor induction due to the risks to the fetus.
d. can be considered for a labor induction, which is anticipated to be successful.
ANS: D
A score of 8 or greater on the Modified Bishop Scoring system means that the client should be able to successfully be induced.
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