When checking the fetal heart rate by intermittent auscultation after a uterine contraction, how long should the nurse count it?
Correct answer: D. For 60 seconds
- A. For 10 seconds
- B. For 20 seconds
- C. For 30 seconds
- D. For 60 seconds
Explanation
The fetal heart rate should be counted for a full 60 seconds, especially after a contraction, to identify slowing or irregularity accurately. Shorter counts can give an unreliable rate and may miss abnormalities.
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