How do you determine baseline FHR?

First, count FHR for 30 to 60 seconds to determine baseline rate.

Then, auscultate FHR during a contraction and for 30 seconds following the
completion of the contraction.

What is the nurse's responsibility concerning FHR and contractions?

It is the responsibility of the nurse to assess FHR patterns and characteristics of
uterine contractions, implement nursing interventions, and report nonreassuring
patterns or abnormal uterine contractions to