How should the therapist interpret a fetal biophysical profile score of 7?

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The fetal biophysical profile (BPP)assesses placental function and fetal well-being.The BPP has been likened to the Apgar score.Five determinants of fetal status are assessed and a score of 0 to 2 given.Four are assessed by ultrasonography: fetal breathing,fetal tone,fetal gross body movement,and amniotic fluid volume.The fifth determinant is the nonstress test.A BPP score of 8 to 10 is considered normal and reassuring;a score of 6 is equivocal and is generally repeated within 24 hours;BPP scores of 0 to 4 are clearly abnormal and are associated with poor perinatal outcomes and require careful evaluation and usually immediate delivery.

How Should the Therapist Interpret a Fetal Biophysical Profile Score