The nurse knows that contraindications to the induction of labor include:
1. Placenta previa.
2. Isoimmunization.
3. Diabetes mellitus.
4. Premature rupture of membranes.
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Rationale 1: Placenta previa is a contraindication to the induction of labor. Cesarean section is usually the preferred method of delivery for placenta previa.
Rationale 2: Isoimmunization is an indication for induction.
Rationale 3: Diabetes mellitus is an indication for induction.
Rationale 4: Premature rupture of membranes is an indication for induction.
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