Posted: January 10th, 2018

FHR baseline : 5 important facts to note from its pattern

As the client reaches 8 cm dilation, the nurse notes late decelerations on the fetal monitor. The FHR baseline is 165–175 bpm with variability of 0–2bpm. What is the most likely explanation of this pattern?

A. The baby is asleep.
B. The umbilical cord is compressed.
C. There is a vagal response.
D. There is uteroplacental insufficiency.