As a result of the intrinsic fetal response to oxygen deprivation, increased catecholamine levels cause the peripheral blood flow to decrease while the blood flow to vital organs increases. These flow changes along with increased catecholamine secretions have what effect on fetal blood pressure and fetal heart rate?
A. Increase BP and increase HR
B. Increase BP and decrease HR
C. Decrease BP and increase HR
D. Decrease BP and decrease HR
Ans: B. Increase BP and decrease HR
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A. Beta-blockers inhibit the release of renin, which in turn prevents the formation of angiotensin II, which causes vasoconstriction. B. Beta-blockers reduce the conduction of electrical impulses from the atria, which increases the blood pressure. C. Beta-blockers decrease the rate at which the heart beats and reduce the force of the contractions of the heart. D. None of the above are correct.
How would you provide emotional support to A.P. at this time?
What will be an ideal response?