The nurse is providing education to a patient about group B streptococcus (GBS) during a prenatal visit. This education session would include which statement from the following choices?
1) Group B streptococcus (GBS) is a type of bacteria that can cause serious infections in newborns.
2) Group B streptococcus (GBS) is harmless and does not require any treatment.
3) Group B streptococcus (GBS) can only be transmitted through direct contact with an infected person.
4) Group B streptococcus (GBS) is not a concern during pregnancy.