The Laboring Primiparous Patient with Meconium-Stained Amniotic Fluid Asks the Nurse

question 8

Multiple Choice

The laboring primiparous patient with meconium-stained amniotic fluid asks the nurse why the fetal monitor is necessary, as she finds the belt uncomfortable. Which response by the nurse is most important? "The monitor:

• A) "Is necessary so we can see how your labor is progressing."
• B) "Will prevent complications from the meconium in your fluid."
• C) "Helps us to see how the baby is tolerating labor."
• D) "Can be removed, and oxygen given instead."