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crazycityslicker

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on: Jun 28, 2018
If the fetal head is directed downward in the lower part of the uterus with the occiput on the left anterior side of the maternal pelvis, the position is termed:
 
  a. ROP
  b. ROA
  c. LOP
  d. LOA

Question 2

The presenting part of the fetus becomes engaged in the pelvis when it reaches the level of the:
 
  a. Ischial tuberosities
  b. Ischial spines
  c. True pelvis
  d. False pelvis


wergv

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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
L refers to the left side of the maternal pelvis, O refers to the presenting part (occiput), and A refers to the anterior of the maternal pelvis.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
Engagement is said to occur when the presenting part is level with the ischial spines. At this point, the widest diameter of the fetal head has entered the inlet of the pelvis.


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