A client's fetal heart rate has a sinusoidal pattern. What should the nurse consider as being the reason for this pattern? Select all that apply.
A) Fetal anemia
B) Chronic fetal bleed
C) Severe fetal hypoxia
D) Maternal hypotension
E) Umbilical cord compression

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A sinusoidal fetal heart rate pattern is often associated with fetal anemia, chronic fetal bleed, and severe fetal hypoxia. These conditions can lead to a lack of oxygen or blood flow to the fetus, resulting in this specific heart rate pattern.

A Client's Fetal Heart Rate Has a Sinusoidal Pattern