The nurse is reading a pregnant patient's history and physical. What information does the nurse recognize might indicate the need for a cesarean delivery? (Select all that apply.)
a. History of childhood rickets
b. Immobile coccyx
c. Prepregnant weight of 100 pounds
d. Avid horse rider
e. Pelvic fracture 3 years ago
ANS: A, B, E
Pelvic conditions that may predispose to a cesarean delivery are childhood rickets, pelvic fracture, and immobile coccyx.
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