A client is considering methotrexate and misoprostol as a means of terminating her pregnancy. Which of the following items would the nurse include when discussing this type of pregnancy termination?
A) Methotrexate and misoprostol are used mainly for second-trimester pregnancies.
B) Acetaminophen is contraindicated during the methotrexate and misoprostol procedure.
C) The treatment regimen consists of a single visit to the clinic and drug therapy at home.
D) A surgical abortion may be required if the procedure is not successful.
D
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