Author Question: Which statement is true in relation to abnormal fetal presentations? a. Meconium-stained amniotic ... (Read 72 times)

javeds · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

Which statement is true in relation to abnormal fetal presentations?

a. Meconium-stained amniotic fluid in a breech presentation always indicates fetal distress.
b. Applying pressure to the mother's sacrum is especially helpful with a face or brow presentation.
c. Having the mother assume a squatting position may facilitate the birth of the fetus in a breech presentation.
d. When the fetus is in a persistent occiput posterior position, the mother may be assisted in getting on her hands and knees to help the fetus turn.

Question 2

Cephalopelvic disproportion is managed by:

a. Cesarean birth
b. Administration of oxytocin
c. Encouraging the woman to push
d. Administration of analgesics

blazinlyss · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
To promote rotation in the fetus who is in a persistent occiput posterior position, the mother may get on her hands and knees, squat, or lie on her side and push. Sacral pressure is especially helpful with the occiput posterior presentation. With a breech presentation, pressure on the abdomen may cause meconium passage in the absence of fetal distress.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Because it is physically impossible for a fetal head that is larger than the pelvic outlet to be delivered vaginally, a cesarean birth is necessary. Efforts to stimulate the uterus would be futile and dangerous.