Avoid the use of CTG at admission and during labor in low-risk births without a justified indication

Rationale:

Continuous CTG monitoring does not improve birth outcomes for low-risk pregnancies, and both national and international guidelines do not recommend its routine use. However, there is a discrepancy between guidelines and clinical practice. Continuous CTG restricts maternal mobility during labor and may increase the likelihood of unnecessary interventions.

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