Understanding Your Rights: Can I Refuse Pitocin During an Induction?
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In the United States, the rate of labor induction more than tripled between 1990 and 2020, rising from 9.6% to 31.4% [1.6.5, 1.6.4]. This rise brings questions about interventions, especially: **Can I refuse Pitocin during an induction?** The answer is yes, based on the principle of informed consent [1.2.2, 1.2.3].