A woman having a cesarean birth will have a low cervical incision. Which of the following would you cite as an advantage?
A) The uterine incision will be vertical.
B) The skin incision will be just above her pubic hair.
C) Because the cervix is cut, the operation proceeds rapidly.
D) Because the fundus of the uterus is cut, the infant can be resuscitated rapidly.
B
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