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Masterclass Description
Continuous Fetal Monitoring
Promises, but Doesn’t Deliver
Instructor: Henci Goer | Duration: 55 Minutes
Continuous fetal monitoring (A.K.A. cardiotocography) during labor was supposed to identify babies in trouble more accurately, which was thought would both improve outcomes and avoid unnecessary rescue deliveries. Unfortunately, it became standard practice despite failing to deliver on either count. Learn the ins-and-outs of fetal monitoring, why routine use persists, when continuous monitoring is recommended, and ways to minimize its potential harms.
Objectives
This masterclass will enable you to…
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Describe what’s involved with carrying out continuous fetal monitoring and its add-on techniques.
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Weigh the benefits vs. harms of continuous fetal monitoring and its add-on techniques and strategies.
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Compare the various fetal monitoring techniques.
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Explain what drives ongoing routine use of continuous monitoring and its add-on techniques and strategies.
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Describe optimal fetal monitoring practices for healthy and at-risk women.
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Obtain optimal care or best possible care when options are limited.
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Reduce likelihood of harms when continuous monitoring is indicated.
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List strategies for protecting the baby’s wellbeing during labor.
Outline
This masterclass will cover…
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Continuous Fetal Monitoring Fails to Improve Perinatal or Maternal Outcomes
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Add-On Techniques and Strategies Don’t Help
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Why Doesn’t Continuous Fetal Monitoring Work?
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Continuous Fetal Monitoring and Its Add-Ons Impose Harms
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What Drives Ongoing Use?
Unique to CBU: Every lecture has “take-away” ideas and tips to help you make decisions and obtain optimal care for you and your baby!
Disclaimer
Childbirth U is intended to help you make informed decisions about maternity care; however, the information found on this website is not a substitute for professional medical advice. You should consult your physician or midwife before acting on any of the information you find here. While the content of CBU lectures is believed to be true and accurate at the time of publication, we accept no legal responsibility for any errors or omissions that may be made and make no warranty, express or implied, with respect to the content of CBU lectures.