The Fetal Heart Rate Baseline Increases 20 Bpm After Vibroacoustic

question 4

Multiple Choice

The fetal heart rate baseline increases 20 bpm after vibroacoustic stimulation. The best interpretation of this is that the fetus is showing

• A) a worsening hypoxia.
• B) progressive acidosis.
• C) an expected response.
• D) parasympathetic stimulation.

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