A teaching plan for home assessment of the fetus by kick count includes information that the health care provider should be notified if there:
a. Are fewer than 10 movements in 12 hours
b. Are more than 10 movements in 2 hours
c. Is a span of 2 hours with no movements
d. Are no movements for 1 hour
ANS: A
Kick counts provide reassurance of fetal life and help mothers take responsibility for fetal surveillance.
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