What implications and priorities for nursing care can be drawn at this time?

Risks that Heather faces if she chooses a TOL for VBAC
November 30, 2018
Criteria that must be met for Heather to attempt a TOL for VBAC
November 30, 2018

What implications and priorities for nursing care can be drawn at this time?

What implications and priorities for nursing care can be drawn at this time?

Trial of Labor for Vaginal Birth After Cesarean ( TOL/ VBAC)
Heather, a 28- year- old G2 P1 gave birth by cesarean during her last preg-nancy. During her routine prenatal visit at 32 weeks of gestation, Heather tells the nurse that she really wants to have a vaginal birth this time. Heather asks, ” What do you think? Can I try for a VBAC?”

1. Evidence- Is there sufficient evidence to advise Heather about the safety and feasibility of a trial of labor (TOL) for vaginal birth after cesarean ( VBAC)?

2. Assumptions- Describe an underlying assumption about each of the following issues:
a. Risks that Heather faces if she chooses a TOL for VBAC
b. Criteria that must be met for Heather to attempt a TOL for VBAC
c. Labor management practices that facilitate a successful VBAC

3. What implications and priorities for nursing care can be drawn at this time?

4. Does the evidence objectively support your argument ( conclusion)?