How is the frequency of uterine contractions measured?

By calculating the time between the beginning of one contraction to the beginning of the next

By measuring the duration of the contractions

By assessing the intensity of the contractions

By palpating the resting tone of the uterus

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A. By calculating the time between the beginning of one contraction to the beginning of the next – Correct; frequency is measured from the start of one contraction to the start of the next.

B. By measuring the duration of the contractions – Incorrect; duration refers to how long a contraction lasts, not frequency.

C. By assessing the intensity of the contractions – Incorrect; intensity refers to the strength of the contraction.

D. By palpating the resting tone of the uterus – Incorrect; resting tone assesses uterine relaxation between contractions.

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. "This monitor gives me information related to fetal heart rate fluctuations during your labor." – Incorrect; the TOCO does not monitor fetal heart rate; the fetal heart rate is detected using a Doppler or fetal scalp electrode.

B. "This monitor measures the intensity and frequency of your contractions so I can observe labor progress." – Incorrect; the TOCO can measure frequency and duration, but not intensity (which requires an intrauterine pressure catheter).

C. "This monitor allows me to observe your labor progress. By observing the pattern, I can tell how strong your contractions are." – Incorrect; TOCO does not measure contraction strength, only duration and frequency.

D. "This monitor provides me with information related to the duration and frequency of your contractions." – Correct; a TOCO detects and records contraction frequency and duration, but not intensity.

A. Elevated client blood pressure during contractions B. Decrease in client blood volume C. Increased client cardiac output D. Client bradypnea

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. Elevated client blood pressure during contractions – Incorrect; high BP can reduce uteroplacental circulation, affecting fetal oxygenation.

B. Decrease in client blood volume – Incorrect; a drop in blood volume would compromise oxygen delivery.

C. Increased client cardiac output – Correct; cardiac output increases during labor to enhance blood flow to the placenta, improving fetal oxygenation.

D. Client bradypnea – Incorrect; slow breathing (bradypnea) can lead to hypoxia, reducing fetal oxygen supply.

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How is the frequency of uterine contractions measured?

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How is the frequency of uterine contractions measured?