Question

A 28-year-old woman in active labour at 39 weeks shows frequent late decelerations on the fetal monitor. Maternal BP is normal. According to RCOG guidance, what is the most appropriate immediate step?

Accepted Answer

Perform fetal scalp blood sampling

Answer

Proceed to emergency caesarean section

Answer

Give IV fluids and continue monitoring

Answer

Apply a fetal scalp electrode

Answer

Encourage maternal pushing efforts

Practice question

A 28-year-old woman in active labour at 39 weeks shows frequent late decelerations on the fetal monitor. Maternal BP is normal. According to RCOG guidance, what is the most appropriate immediate step?