Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 94%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse receives a report about a client who is in labor and is having contractions 3 min apart.Which of the following patterns should the nurse expect on the fetal monitoring tracing?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
The correct answer is A: Contractions that last for 60 seconds each with a 2-min rest between contractions. This pattern is typical of normal labor contractions where contractions last around 60 seconds with a rest period of about 2 minutes in between. This pattern allows for adequate rest and recovery for the fetus between contractions, ensuring proper oxygenation and nutrient delivery. Contractions that are too close together or too long can lead to fetal distress.
Choice B is incorrect because a 3-minute rest between contractions is too long and may indicate a problem with uteroplacental perfusion. Choice C is incorrect because a contraction lasting 3 minutes is too long and could lead to fetal hypoxia. Choice D is incorrect because contractions lasting 45 seconds are shorter than the typical duration of labor contractions.
Choice B is incorrect because a 3-minute rest between contractions is too long and may indicate a problem with uteroplacental perfusion. Choice C is incorrect because a contraction lasting 3 minutes is too long and could lead to fetal hypoxia. Choice D is incorrect because contractions lasting 45 seconds are shorter than the typical duration of labor contractions.