The nurse auscultates the FHR and determines a rate of 112 beats/min. Which action is appropriate?
1. Inform the maternal client that the rate is normal.
2. Reassess the FHR in 5 minutes because the rate is low.
3. Report the FHR to the doctor immediately.
4. Turn the maternal client on her side and administer oxygen.
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Explanation: 1. A fetal heart rate of 112 beats/min. falls within the normal range of 110-160 beats/min., so there is no need to inform the doctor.
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