A pregnant patient is planning to give birth to the baby at home. Which patient statement indicates to the nurse that this patient is a good candidate for this birthing option?
A) "All women in my family have had easy labors.".
B) "I want to have a baby without boring prenatal care.".
C) "I know nothing about birth so a hospital intimidates me.".
D) "I have no health problems and follow good self-care practices.".
D
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To be a candidate for a home birth, a woman should be in good overall health. A family history of easy labor is not a criterion for a home birth. Avoiding prenatal care might jeopardize the patient's health status, leading to her not being a candidate for a home birth. Being intimidated by hospitals is not a criterion for a home birth.
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