The most appropriate initial treatment for variable decelerations is to
a. apply a fetal scalp electrode c. change maternal po-sition
b. apply oxygen by face mask d. increase the IV rate
C
A maternal position change usually will help relieve cord compression causing the variable decelerations. Administering oxygen and increasing the IV rate may not be needed interventions until the FHR is assessed after a maternal position change.
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