Following a Biophysical Profile (BPP)of a Fetus Using Ultrasound, a Nurse

Multiple Choice

Following a biophysical profile (BPP) of a fetus using ultrasound, a nurse finds absence of activity in several areas of the BPP.The nurse understands, however, that which of the following interfering factors could be contributing to this finding? Select all that apply.

A) Fetal sleep pattern
B) Gestational age of 40 weeks
C) Maternal ingestion of glucose
D) Maternal exercise
E) Maternal administration of magnesium