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Amniotomy in Active-Phase Labor: Rouse and Associates (1994)
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Amniotomy in Active-Phase Labor: Rouse and Associates (1994)

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What is the main drawback associated with amniotomy during labor induction?

  • Risk of cord prolapse
  • Shortening the time to delivery
  • Increased risk of chorioamnionitis (correct)
  • Placental abruption
  • Why is disengagement of the fetal head during amniotomy avoided?

  • To prevent chorioamnionitis
  • To speed up the delivery process
  • To facilitate the delivery route
  • To minimize the risk of cord prolapse (correct)
  • What technique can be used to accomplish a gradual egress of amnionic fluid during amniotomy?

  • Fundal pressure
  • Suprapubic pressure
  • Membrane stripping
  • Several membrane punctures with a needle (correct)
  • What is assessed before and immediately after amniotomy due to the risk of cord prolapse?

    <p>Fetal heart rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common practice for labor induction mentioned in the text aside from amniotomy?

    <p>Membrane stripping or sweeping</p> Signup and view all the answers

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