GRAPHIC MONITORING OF LABOR

  • 1 January 1976
    • journal article
    • research article
    • Vol. 115  (11) , 1089-1090
Abstract
The parturograph is a composite record designed for the monitoring of fetal and maternal well-being and the progress of labor. It permits the early recognition of abnormalities and pinpoints the patients who would benefit most from intervention. Observations are made from the time of admission of the mother to the caseroom and recorded graphically. Factors assessed include fetal heart rate, maternal vital signs and urine, cervical dilatation, descent of the presenting fetal part and frequency, duration and intensity of uterine contractions.

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