SROM & FHRs: after membrane rupture, what is significance of FHR

Question 1

What does SROM stand for?

Answer 1

Spontaneous rupture of membranes

Question 2

What is the main consequence of SROM?

Answer 2

Leaking of amniotic fluid

Question 3

Why is FHR monitoring crucial after SROM?

Answer 3

To assess fetal well-being

Question 4

What is cord prolapse in relation to SROM?

Answer 4

Condition where the umbilical cord slips into the birth canal ahead of the baby

Question 5

What can cause changes in FHR following cord prolapse?

Answer 5

Compression of the umbilical cord leading to fetal hypoxia

Question 6

What FHR pattern indicates potential cord prolapse?

Answer 6

Sudden, severe, and prolonged decelerations

Question 7

What is the normal baseline FHR range?

Answer 7

110 to 160 beats per minute

Question 8

What are variable decelerations typically associated with?

Answer 8

Cord compression

Question 9

What do late decelerations potentially indicate?

Answer 9

Uteroplacental insufficiency

Question 10

What are early decelerations usually associated with?

Answer 10

Head compression

Question 11

What does persistent tachycardia indicate?

Answer 11

Fetal distress

Question 12

What does persistent bradycardia indicate?

Answer 12

Fetal distress

Question 13

What is the first step in FHR assessment after SROM?

Answer 13

Initial FHR assessment

Question 14

What types of FHR monitoring may be employed?

Answer 14

• Continuous electronic fetal monitoring
• Frequent intermittent auscultation

Question 15

What are some interventions for abnormal FHR?

Answer 15

• Changing maternal position
• Providing oxygen
• Ensuring adequate hydration
• Preparing for urgent delivery

Question 16

True or False: Early detection of FHR issues can improve fetal outcomes.

Answer 16

True

Question 17

Fill in the blank: Monitoring FHR after SROM is critical because it provides immediate feedback on how the fetus is _______.

Answer 17

[tolerating labor]