The nurse is speaking to a community group about the controversy regarding the length of the hospital stay for postpartum clients. Which statement indicates that a participant needs additional information?
1. "As of 1998, there's a law that requires insurance to pay for a 48-hour stay after an uncomplicated birth."
2. "The length of stay was shortened by insurance companies to decrease healthcare costs."
3. "Early discharge became more popular in the 1980s as an alternative to having a home birth."
4. "With current length-of-stay laws, newborns have no problems at home, and get recommended follow-up care."
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Explanation: 4. Even with the current length-of-stay laws, many newborns do not always receive the recommended follow-up care when they go home early. The health and stability of the mother and baby, the mother's ability and confidence regarding self and newborn care, support systems available, and access to follow-up care should form the basis of the decision.
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