The nurse is assisting in the preparation of a pregnant client in labor for intrauterine resuscitation. For which fetal finding is this intervention indicated? Select all that apply

Question

1. Prolonged decelerations
2. Persistent late decelerations
3. Last fetal movement 5 minutes ago
4. Fetal heart rate 140 beats per minute
5. Persistent and severe variable decelerations

Answer 1

1, 2, 5
Explanation:
1. The presence of prolonged decelerations is a sign of nonreassuring fetal status. Intrauterine resuscitation should be started without delay.
2. The presence of persistent late decelerations is a sign of nonreassuring fetal status. Intrauterine resuscitation should be started without delay.
3. Fetal activity is not used as an indication for intrauterine resuscitation.
4. A fetal heart rate of 140 bpm is within normal limits.
5. The presence of persistent and severe variable decelerations is a sign of monreassuring fetal status. Intrauterine resuscitation should be started without delay.