The OB nurse assesses moderate baseline variability on the fetal heart monitor.What action by the nurse is best?
A) Administer a bolus of IV fluids.
B) Discontinue oxytocin, if it is being delivered.
C) Document the findings in the woman's chart.
D) Perform fetal scalp or vibroacoustic stimulation.

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Baseline variability is the most important predictor of adequate fetal oxygenation during labor.It can be described as absent,minimal,moderate,or marked.Adequate variability is described as moderate.This is a normal and reassuring finding and should be documented in the patient's chart.No further action is needed.

The OB Nurse Assesses Moderate Baseline Variability on the Fetal