Question

The instrument which carries out a continuous and simultaneous recording of the instantaneous foetal heart rate and labour activity is called ____________

(a) Ergometer

(b) Cardiotocograph

(c) Cardiotocometer

(d) Cardiotonometer

Answer 1

Correct option is (b) Cardiotocograph

To explain I would say: Cardiotocography (CTG) is a technical means of recording the fetal heartbeat and the uterine contractions during pregnancy. The machine used to perform the monitoring is called a cardiotocograph, more commonly known as an electronic fetal monitor(EFM).