Why Is Fetal Monitoring Generally Used Only with High-Risk Deliveries

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Multiple Choice

Why is fetal monitoring generally used only with high-risk deliveries?

• A) because it is dangerous, and can cause a miscarriage
• B) because it reduces the supply of oxygen available to the baby during the birth process
• C) because it is quite painful for the mother
• D) because its use is associated with a significantly higher use of unnecessary caesarean sections

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