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New Graduate Registered Nurses, New-to-L&D, or those transitioning into the specialty area of obstetric nursing! Excellent knowledge building and a great addition to your resume to get you a step ahead!

Basic Fetal Monitoring: A Comprehensive Discussion (5 hrs, 10 min) Worth 6.5 Continuing Education Contact Hours

Critical knowledge of fetal heart rate (FHR) and uterine activity (UA) monitoring are essential for the Labor and Delivery nurse. This comprehensive and dynamic course will review the purpose of and differences between various monitoring techniques. An emphasis will be placed on your understanding of the physiology and pathophysiology related to the FHR to ensure you understand the “why” behind FHR patterns. Standard and approved terminology will be outlined throughout the presentation. Nursing assessment of various patterns will be discussed, with great attention to “how” the nurse should intervene and respond to these FHR and UA patterns. Common antenatal and fetal surveillance tests, including indications and related nursing interventions will be detailed as well. At the end of the course, you will complete a test to solidify your FHM knowledge. Before applying to any L&D position, this type of course will be crucial for you to have under your belt!

CE provider approved by the CA Board of Registered Nursing. CEP#17504.

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Course Highlights and Objectives

This approved course by the CA BRN meets criteria as a foundational FHM course prior to taking an AWHONN Intermediate FHM course. CEP#17504.

Based on AWHONN and NICHD terminology, this comprehensive Basic FHM course provides foundational knowlege in the following areas:

  • Fetal heart monitoring technology, including external, internal, and wireless monitors

  • FHR physiology and pathophysiology, outlining intrinsic and extrinsic mechanisms

  • Uterine activity assessment, including normal and abnormal patterns

  • Fetal heart rate assessment, including baseline, variability, accelerations, decelerations, and pattern evolution

  • Nursing interventions based on FHR and UA pattern etiology

  • Fetal heart rate Categories for Interpretation

  • Assessment and Documentation of FHR, UA, and associated clinical findings

  • Antenatal testing, including indications and assessment of the NST, CST, BPP, and fetal movement counting

  • Interactive practice session with FHR and UA Strip Review

  • Final Basic Fetal Monitoring Exam

Summary:


Type of Course: On-Demand. This accredited course by the CA BRN meets criteria as a foundational FHM course prior to taking an AWHONN Intermediate FHM course.
Duration: 5 hours, 10 minutes
Continuing Education Contact Hours:
 6.5
Must complete course in its entirety to receive contact hours.
Completion Window:
 You have 72 hours from your purchase time to complete the course and the Basic FHM test.
Course Details:
 Critical knowledge of fetal heart rate (FHR) and uterine activity (UA) monitoring are essential for the  L&D nurse. This comprehensive and dynamic course will review the purpose of and differences between various monitoring techniques. An emphasis will be placed on your understanding of the physiology and pathophysiology related to the FHR to ensure you understand the “why” behind FHR patterns. Standard and approved terminology will be outlined throughout the presentation. Nursing assessment of various patterns will be discussed, with great attention to “how” the nurse should intervene and respond to these FHR and UA patterns. Common antenatal and fetal surveillance tests, including indications and related nursing interventions will be detailed as well. At the end of the course, you will complete a test to solidify your FHM knowledge. Before applying to any L&D position, this type of course will be crucial for you to have under your belt!
Recommended For:
 New Graduate Registered Nurses, New-to-L&D, or those looking to transition into the specialty area of obstetric nursing! Excellent knowledge building and a great addition to your resume to get you a step ahead!
Cancellations: 10% admin and banking fee for cancellation. Balance of refund will be reimbursed within 6-10 days of cancellation.

Consider Upgrading to Our OB Essentials Bundle!

Four courses to provide you with the peace of mind knowing you will have the foundational knowledge to excel as an OB nurse.

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    $300.00L&D OB Essentials 4 Course Bundle: On-Demand

    The must-have’s to build your resume and confidence as a new L&D nurse! OB Essentials gives you the foundational knowledge needed in obstetric nursing. Enhance your triage skills, improve patient outcomes, and become proficient in fetal monitoring.

    Courses included in this bundle:
    • ✔ A's and P's of Pregnancy - Is There Cause for Concern? - On-demand
    • ✔Prenatal Care - Unlocking the Mystery Behind the Prenatal Record - On-Demand
    • ✔The Labor Process: Breaking Down Physiologic Birth and Navigating Facilitation Techniques - On-Demand
    • ✔Basic Fetal Monitoring: Understanding the Essential Components of Fetal Heart Rate and Uterine Activity Monitoring - On-Demand
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Your Course Instructor

SCCEd Founder & Lead Instructor

Kristi Eichhorn MSN, WHNP-BC, CNM, CEP, RNC-OB, C-EFM

• Over 23 years of experience as a nurse, provider, and educator in perinatal and L&D settings
• Extensive leadership and mentoring of nurses, from academia to in-patient departments
• Board Certified Women's Health Nurse Practitioner and Certified Nurse Midwife
• CA Board of Registered Nursing Continuing Education Provider
• Maternal Newborn Nursing Care (MNNC) Course Director
• AWHONN Intermediate and Advanced Fetal Monitoring Designated Instructor
• NCC Certified: Inpatient Obstetrics and Electronic Fetal Monitoring
• Adjunct Nursing Professor
• Mom of twins and former high risk obstetric patient!

Kristi has a unique perspective as a patient, nurse, provider, and educator to provide a comprehensive and full-circle approach in her education style. As the founder of SCCEd, she is committed to your experience in enhancing your professional goals and finding your own passion along the way.