Maternal Normals

Question 1

Normal frequency of contractions

Answer 1

2–5 minutes apart
Duration less than 90 seconds
Intensity less than 100

Question 2

APGAR Score meaning

Answer 2

Appearance pulses grimace activity reflexes

Question 3

When is Apgar scoring done

Answer 3

At one and five minutes with a score of 0 for absent 1 for decreased and 2 for strongly positive

Question 4

What are early deceleration’s

Answer 4

This is a normal sign if the baseline fetal heart rate goes back to normal. it begins prior to the peak of a contraction and Stops at the end of a contraction. it is caused by head compression

Question 5

Variable decelerations

Answer 5

Noted as V-shaped on the Monitoring strip. Can occur at any time during the monitoring of the fetus caused by cord compression. Change mother’s position, stop Pitocin, apply oxygen, increase IV fluids. Contact healthcare provider

Question 6

Late decelerations

Answer 6

Occurs after the peak of the contraction and mirrors the contraction in length and intensity. These are caused by uteroplacental insufficiency.
Change mother’s position, stop pitocin, Increased IV fluids. Contact healthcare provider

Question 7

Normal fetal heart rate

Answer 7

120-160