A nurse is reviewing the medical record of a client who is postpartum and has preeclampsi

A. Brownish vaginal discharge may indicate the presence of old blood or mucus and is not necessarily a cause for concern in the absence of other signs or symptoms.

B. Contractions occurring every 4 to 5 minutes are within the normal frequency range during the first stage of labor.

C. Pink mucoid vaginal discharge, also known as the "bloody show," is a common occurrence in early labor and is not typically a cause for immediate concern.

D. Contractions lasting 100 seconds are excessively long and are a cause for concern.

Prolonged contractions can lead to decreased uterine blood flow, impacting fetal oxygenation. Such prolonged contractions should be assessed and addressed promptly.

The correct answer is A.

A. Oligohydramnios: Oligohydramnios is a condition characterized by a lower-than-normal level of amniotic fluid in the uterus. Fetal assessment using electronic fetal monitoring may be indicated to monitor the well-being of the fetus, as oligohydramnios can be associated with fetal growth restriction and other complications.

B. Hyperemesis gravidarum: Hyperemesis gravidarum refers to severe nausea and vomiting during pregnancy. While it can be a challenging condition, it is not typically an indication for electronic fetal monitoring. Fetal monitoring is generally performed for conditions that directly impact the well-being of the fetus.

C. Leukorrhea: Leukorrhea refers to an increase in vaginal discharge, which is a common and normal occurrence during pregnancy. It is not an indication for electronic fetal monitoring, as it does not directly impact fetal well-being.

D. Periodic tingling of the fingers: Periodic tingling of the fingers is not typically an indication for fetal assessment using electronic fetal monitoring. It may be related to factors such as nerve compression or changes in circulation but is not a direct indication for monitoring the fetus.