Which maternal condition is considered a contraindication for the application of internal monitoring devices?
a. Unruptured membranes
b. Cervix is dilated to 4 cm
c. External monitors are currently being used
d. Fetus has a known heart defect
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A To apply internal monitoring devices, the membranes must be ruptured.
B Cervical dilation of 4 cm permits the insertion of fetal scalp electrodes and
intrauterine catheter.
C The external monitor can be discontinued after the internal ones are applied.
D A compromised fetus should be monitored with the most accurate monitoring
devices.
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