What are the rationales for labor induction? (Select all that apply.)
a. Placenta previa
b. Prolapse of cord
c. High station of fetus
d. Maternal diabetes
e. Placental insufficiency
ANS: D, E
Maternal diabetes and placental insufficiency are rationales for induction. The other options are contraindications for labor induction.
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