A nurse is assisting in the care of a client who had an episiotomy during labor after the fetal heart had shown multiple decelerations. Which of the following explanations should the nurse provide to explain the reason for this procedure?

An episiotomy will help prevent a cervical prolapse.

An episiotomy can be done to speed up birth if the fetus is in distress.

An episiotomy can be done to prevent a first-degree perineal tear.

An episiotomy is recommended for all spontaneous vaginal births.