Chronic Hypertension in Patient Safety, Preventive & Ethics — Case | Ethics | SMLE Q#920
SMLE Question #920
Patient Safety, Preventive & Ethics
Ethics
Last updated: February 2026
A 38-year-old pregnant woman (G7P6) with chronic hypertension and type 2 diabetes is scheduled for an elective repeat cesarean delivery at 39 weeks. She has had six previous cesarean deliveries and requests permanent contraception at the same operation. She is alert, oriented, and demonstrates understanding of the procedure’s permanent nature, risks, benefits, and alternatives. What is the most appropriate approach to obtaining consent for the sterilization procedure?
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