2 .
What types of decelerations are caused by cord compression?
5 .
List the advantages and disadvantages of intermittent auscultation.
6 .
List the advantages and disadvantages of external FHR monitoring.
7 .
List the advantages and disadvantages of internal FHR monitoring.
9 .
Repetitive variable decelerations are noted on an FHR tracing. What condition might be the cause of this periodic change in the FHR pattern?
10 .
The fetus has been diagnosed with growth restriction. What should the nurse expect regarding fetal reserve?
11 .
Uterine contractions are occurring frequently. The nurse counts 7 contractions in a 10-minute period. What periodic change is expected, and what is the cause?
12 .
What nursing actions does the nurse perform when a prolapsed cord is suspected?
13 .
What nursing action does the nurse perform when the nurse observes a prolonged deceleration?
14 .
How does the nurse determine the success of nursing actions performed to address abnormal FHR tracings?
15 .
What is always the priority step in intrauterine resuscitation when oxytocin is in use?