An important part of fetal surveillance is assessment and documentation of the fetal heart rate during the first stage of labor. In the low-risk patient assessments for variability and periodic changes if using the fetal monitor should be done
a. Every 15-30 minutes
b. Every 5-15 minutes
c. Every 30-60 minutes
d. Only before and after ambulation
A
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A During the active first stage of labor, FHR should be assessed every 15-30
minutes just after a contraction.
B During the second stage of labor the FHR should be assessed every 5-15
minutes.
C This is not an adequate assessment during any stage of labor.
D The FHR should also be evaluated both before and during ambulation.
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