A 30-year-old at 38 weeks gestation is in labour. Fetal monitoring shows late decelerations. Which is the most appropriate next step...

Question

A 30-year-old at 38 weeks gestation is in labour. Fetal monitoring shows late decelerations. Which is the most appropriate next step

Accepted Answer

Urgent caesarean section

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Apply fetal scalp electrode

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Continue to monitor and await progress

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Fetal blood sampling if possible

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Immediate instrumental delivery

MCQ (SBA): Obstetrics & Gynaecology