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Place the clinical steps for counselling a patient considering a trial of labor after cesarean (TOLAC) in the correct sequential order.
Answer
Review prior uterine incision and obstetric history, Evaluate clinical eligibility and screen for contraindications, Discuss individual risks, benefits, and alternatives with the patient, Formulate and document an agreed shared delivery plan
Explanation
A reasoned pathway first establishes clinical history, evaluates candidacy, then supports an informed choice. The lecture stresses early recognition and proper counselling. **Key takeaway:** Counselling follows assessment and precedes the individual plan. **Glossary:** **Contraindication**: a circumstance that makes an intervention inappropriate or unsafe.
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