Table I-12-1. Nonstress Test (NST)Reactive NST Criteria: ≥2 accelerations in 20 min:
↑ FHR ≥15 beats/min and lasting ≥15 seconds
Assessment: reassuring of fetal well-being
Follow-up: repeat weekly/biweekly
Nonreactive NST Criteria: no fetal heart rate accelerations or did not meet criteria
Assessment: sleeping, immature, or sedated fetus; acidotic, compromised fetus?
Follow-up: vibroacoustic stimulation
If still NR: do contraction stress test or biophysical profile