Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 84%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A client in laborA nurse is discussing fetal oxygenation during labor of a client with the RN. As the client progresses through the first stage of labor, which of the following client physiologic adaptations should the nurse identify as promoting fetal oxygenation?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Increased cardiac output during labor enhances placental blood flow, improving fetal oxygenation. Elevated blood pressure, decreased blood volume, or bradypnea could compromise oxygen delivery.