Which of the following items of information should a nurse provide to a client who is considering abortion involving an infusion of a hypertonic solution?
A) The procedure is generally used for first-trimester pregnancies.
B) The procedure is less expensive than a surgical procedure.
C) Amniocentesis is used to infuse hypertonic solutions.
D) Prostaglandins are inserted vaginally after amniocentesis.
C
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