Question

What common problem affects the client in labor when an external fetal monitor has been applied to her abdomen?

Answer 1

Answer:

Intrusion on movement

Explanation:

When the external fetal monitor is applied to the abdomen of a pregnant lady, movement is discouraged. Because, movement may alter the tracing of fetus and the nurse may not exactly know the heart rate, Respiration rate and movement of fetus. Hence, the mother should remain static so that the true movement and breathing of fetus can be matched with the monitor reading accurately.