Objectives
Electronic fetal monitoring (EFM) is the most commonly performed obstetric procedure, with approximately 3.4 million fetuses assessed each year in the United States. This module reviews the nomenclature associated with fetal heart rate assessment, outlines the three-tiered categorization system, and illustrates the evaluation framework and subsequent management of intrapartum EFM patterns.
By the end of this activity, participants will be able to ...
- Define nomenclature for fetal heart rate assessment
- Explain data on the efficacy of EFM
- Describe the EFM classification system
- Explain evaluation framework and subsequent management of intrapartum EFM patterns
Physicians can purchase and complete the eModule and receive CME credit once they achieve 80% or higher on the posttest.
Credit for this ACOG eModule will be available until September 30, 2028.
Credits
ACCME Accreditation
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists designates this enduring material for a maximum of 4 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
College Cognate Credit(s)
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists designates this enduring material for a maximum of 4 Category 1 College Cognate Credits. The College has a reciprocity agreement with the AMA that allows AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ to be equivalent to College Cognate Credits.
Conflict of Interest Disclosure
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