In assessing the immediate condition of the newborn after birth,a sample of cord blood may be a useful adjunct to the Apgar score.Cord blood is then tested for pH,carbon dioxide,oxygen,and base deficit or excess.Which clinical situation warrants this additional testing?
(Select all that apply).

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The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)suggests obtaining cord blood values in all of these clinical situations except for vacuum extractions deliveries.Cord blood gases should also be performed for multifetal pregnancies or abnormal FHR tracings.Samples can be drawn from both the umbilical artery and the umbilical vein.Results may indicate that fetal compromise has occurred.

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