When recurrent late decelerations are occurring, the correct physiologic interpretation of this event is
A. Fetal myocardial acidosis is occurring
B. Fetal hypoxemia may be present
C. The fetus has oxygen reserves
Answer: B. Fetal hypoxemia may be present
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