When assessing several women for possible VBAC, which woman would the nurse identify as being the best candidate?
A) One who has undergone a previous myomectomy
B) One who had a previous cesarean birth via a low transverse incision
C) One who has a history of a contracted pelvis
D) One who has a vertical incision from a previous cesarean birth
B
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VBAC is an appropriate choice for women who have had a previous cesarean birth with a lower abdominal transverse incision. It is contraindicated in women who have a prior classic uterine incision (vertical), prior transfundal surgery, such as myomectomy, or a contracted pelvis.
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