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Which statement best summarizes the general indication for CS?
Answer
Vaginal delivery is not feasible or would pose risk to mother or baby
Explanation
The lecture gives this as the central rationale for CS. Specific decisions depend on the indication and clinical context; the listed examples are not universal rules. **Key takeaway:** The goal is to avoid infeasible or harmful vaginal delivery. **Glossary:** **Indication**: a clinical reason to undertake an intervention.
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