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Shared decision-making caesarean — DRCOG MCQ

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A woman requests caesarean birth after a previous traumatic vaginal birth and is very anxious. What is the most appropriate next step?

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Correct answer: D — Discuss options and offer specialist support

Maternal-request caesarean care requires respectful exploration of the reasons, balanced information and appropriate senior or mental-health input. If, after informed discussion, she still requests caesarean birth, the request should be supported.

Reference: NICE NG192: Caesarean birth: https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng192/chapter/recommendations