Which Statement Is the Best Rationale for Assessing the Maternal

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which statement is the best rationale for assessing the maternal vital signs between uterine contractions?

• A) During a contraction,assessing the fetal heart rate is the priority.
• B) Maternal circulating blood volume temporarily increases during contractions.
• C) Maternal blood flow to the heart is reduced during contractions.
• D) Vital signs taken during contractions are not accurate.

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