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Question 1

early decelerations

Answer 1

occur before the peak of contraction

result from fetal head compression

Question 2

late decelerations

Answer 2

occur after the peak of contraction

result from uteroplacental insufficiency

Question 3

variable decelerations

Answer 3

occur any time during uterine contraction;

result from cord compression

Question 4

decreased variability

Answer 4

irregular fluctuations in the baseline of FHR; morphine crosses the placenta and is a CNS depressant; FHR variability is affected by narcotic administration