A nurse is performing a contraction stress test (CST) on a client who is at 40 weeks of gestation.The results of the test indicate a negative CST.Which of the following actions should the nurse take?

Choice A rationaleRepeating the CST isn't necessary with a negative result, which indicates no significant uterine contractions affecting the fetus.Choice B rationaleAdministering an IV fluid bolus is not warranted by a negative CST result.Choice C rationalePreparing for a cesarean birth isn't necessary since a negative CST indicates no immediate fetal distress.Choice D rationaleA negative CST indicates that there are no late decelerations, so the nurse should allow the labor to progress naturally.