This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Diagnosis in Obstetrics, Subject name: Gynaecology & Obstetrics
The following CTG indicates: 
Select and explain. 
A. Fetal head compression, B. Cord compression, C. Normal tracing, D. Fetal anemia
B: Cord compression
Answer: B: Cord compression 
Explanation: Ans. B. Cord compressionSince the fetal heart rate is changing independent of uterine contractions, the pattern is called variable deceleration. It indicates cord compression.