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The Nurse Is Evaluating the EFM Tracing of the Client

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The nurse is evaluating the EFM tracing of the client who is in active labor.Suddenly,the FHR drops from its baseline of 125 down to 80 beats per minute.The mother is repositioned,and the nurse provides oxygen,increased IV fluids,and performs a vaginal examination.The cervix has not changed.Five minutes have passed,and the FHR remains in the 80s.What additional nursing measures should the nurse take next?


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