Upon assessing the FHR tracing, the nurse determines that there is fetal tachycardia. The fetal tachycardia would be caused by which of the following? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected

Select all that apply. 1. Early fetalhypoxia
2. Prolonged fetal stimulation
3. Fetal anemia
4. Fetal sleep cycle
5. Infection


1, 2, 3, 5
Explanation: 1. Early fetal hypoxia can cause fetal tachycardia.
2. Prolonged fetal stimulation can cause fetal tachycardia.
3. Fetal anemia can cause fetal tachycardia.
5. Infection can cause fetal tachycardia.

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