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You are evaluating the fetal monitor tracing of your patient,who is in active labor.Suddenly you see the fetal heart rate (FHR) drop from its baseline of 125 beats/min down to 80 beats/min.You reposition the mother,provide oxygen,increase intravenous (IV) fluid,and perform a vaginal examination.The cervix has not changed.Five minutes have passed,and the fetal heart rate remains in the 80s.What additional nursing measures should you take?


A) Call for staff assistance.
B) Insert a Foley catheter.
C) Start Pitocin.
D) Notify the care provider immediately.

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