As the nurse explains the purpose of the tocotransducer (Toco), which she places on the abdomen, she states that this monitoring device provides an accurate evaluation of which of the following?
a. Uterine hypertonus
b. Frequency of contractions
c. Intensity of contractions
d. Progress of labor
ANS: b
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a. Uterine tone is palpated or measured with an intrauterine pressure catheter (IUPC).
b. A tocotransducer measures frequency and duration of uterine contractions.
c. Contraction strength is palpated or measured with an intrauterine pressure catheter (IUPC).
d. Progress of labor is evaluated with a sterile vaginal examination (SVE).
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