Which factor is most likely to result in fetal hypoxia during a dysfunctional labor?
A) Incomplete uterine relaxation
B) Maternal fatigue and exhaustion
C) Maternal sedation with narcotics
D) Administration of tocolytic drugs

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A high uterine resting tone, with inadequate relaxation between contractions, reduces maternal blood flow to the placenta and decreases the fetal oxygen supply. Maternal fatigue usually does not decrease uterine blood flow. Maternal sedation will sedate the fetus but should not decrease blood flow. Tocolytic drugs decrease contractions. This will increase uterine blood flow.

Which Factor Is Most Likely to Result in Fetal Hypoxia