Which woman would be most likely to seek prenatal care?
a. A 15-year-old who tells her friends, "I don't believe I'm pregnant."
b. A 20-year-old who is in her first pregnancy and has access to a free prenatal clinic
c. A 28-year-old who is in her second pregnancy and abuses drugs and alcohol
d. A 30-year-old who is in her fifth pregnancy and delivered her last infant at home
with the help of her mother and sister
B
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A Being in denial about the pregnancy will prevent her from seeking health care.
B The patient who acknowledges the pregnancy early, has access to health care,
and has no reason to avoid health care is most likely to seek prenatal care.
C Substance abusers are less likely to seek health care.
D Some women see pregnancy and delivery as a natural occurrence and do not seek
health care.
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