General Laws of Massachusetts - Chapter 112 Registration of Certain Professions and Occupations - Section 12P Abortion performed pursuant to Sec. 12M; preservation of life and health of child

Section 12P. If an abortion is performed pursuant to section twelve M, the physician performing the abortion shall take all reasonable steps, both during and subsequent to the abortion, in keeping with good medical practice, consistent with the procedure being used, to preserve the life and health of the aborted child. Such steps shall include the presence of life-supporting equipment, as defined by the department of public health, in the room where the abortion is to be performed.

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