A Pregnant Woman's Biophysical Profile Score Is 8

question 2

Multiple Choice

A pregnant woman's biophysical profile score is 8.She asks the nurse to explain the results.The nurse's best response is:

• A) "The test results are within normal limits."
• B) "Immediate delivery by cesarean birth is being considered."
• C) "Further testing will be performed to determine the meaning of this score."
• D) "An obstetric specialist will evaluate the results of this profile and, within the next week, will inform you of your options regarding delivery."

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Definitions:

Masters and Johnson

Research team that conducted pioneering research into the nature of human sexual response and the diagnosis and treatment of sexual disorders.

Refractory Period

The period immediately following stimulation during which a nerve or muscle is unresponsive to further stimulation.

Sexual Response Cycle

A sequence of physical and emotional phases that occur when an individual becomes sexually aroused and participates in sexually stimulating activities, including phases such as arousal, plateau, orgasm, and resolution.

Muscular Contractions

The tightening and shortening of a muscle or muscle group, which can be voluntary or involuntary.