The patient at 37 weeks' gestation calls the clinic nurse to report that neither she nor her partner has felt fetal movement for the past 48 hours. The nurse anticipates that the physician will order which test to assess fetal viability?

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Ultrasound is the most appropriate test to assess fetal viability in this situation. It can help determine if the fetus is still alive, and if so, assess its well-being and any potential issues such as decreased fetal movement, growth restriction, or placental problems. Serum progesterone levels and CT scans are not typically used to evaluate fetal viability. A contraction stress test may be used in some cases, but an ultrasound is usually the first step in evaluating concerns about fetal movement.

The Patient at 37 Weeks' Gestation Calls the Clinic Nurse