Not-Too-Informed Consent
Frankfort (KY.) - Women seeking an abortion would be provided with an ultrasound and explanation of what’s shown in that ultrasound under legislation passed by the Senate Monday.
Senate Bill 38, sponsored by Sen. Elizabeth Tori, R-Radcliff, would also specify In law that the physician-patient meeting held before an abortion be conducted in person rather than via phone or videoconference.
"Senate Bill 38 addresses a health and public safety issue in relation to abortion," Tori said. "An ultrasound is nothing more than an X-ray in motion."
The bill would require the doctor or a certified technician working with the doctor to conduct an ultrasound and explain various aspects of the fetus’ location and condition. The patient would be able to view the image, but would not be required to.
