Which of the following clinical conditions is not an indication for induction of labor?
A. Intrauterine fetal demiseB. Severe preeclampsia at 36 weeks
C. Complete placenta previa
D. Chorioamnionitis
The answer is C. Placenta previa
is a contraindication to labor because the placenta is ahead of the presenting
part covering the cervix and vaginal delivery would result in
hemorrhage.Intrauterine fetal demise, preeclampsia, chorioamnionitis, are all
indications to induce labor.
