Regular Uterine Contractions in Obstetrics & Gynecology — Case | General Gynecology | SMLE Q#18487
SMLE Question #18487
Obstetrics & Gynecology
General Gynecology
Objective: OBJ-OBG-CTG-001
Last updated: February 2026
A 24-year-old primigravida at 39 weeks’ gestation is in the latent phase of labour with regular uterine contractions and cervical dilation of 2 cm. Continuous cardiotocography shows a fetal heart rate baseline of 140/min with moderate variability and recurrent early decelerations that mirror the contractions. Amniotic fluid is clear, and there are no maternal complications. What is the most appropriate management?
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