Fetal Malposition in Labor and Delivery
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Fetal Malposition in Labor and Delivery

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What is the term for a fetal head presenting at a different angle than expected?

  • Breech presentation
  • Asynclitism (correct)
  • Transverse lie
  • Face presentation
  • Which condition is suggested when the head and back are both felt on the same side of the uterus with Leopold’s maneuvers?

  • Face presentation (correct)
  • Hydramnios
  • Breech presentation
  • Placenta previa
  • In a face presentation, what is confirmed by vaginal examination?

  • Engagement on Leopold's maneuvers
  • Placenta previa
  • Chin as the presenting part (correct)
  • Transverse lie
  • What is the recommended method of delivery for a fetus in posterior chin position?

    <p>Cesarean birth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does a brow presentation often result in obstructed labor?

    <p>The head becomes jammed in the brim of the pelvis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why would a long first stage of labor be required for an infant with anterior chin position?

    <p>To facilitate a spontaneous rotation of the fetus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which scenario would a woman be allowed to push during vaginal birth if the infant is in a breech presentation?

    <p>The infant is in a complete breech presentation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition, mentioned in the text, could potentially trap the fetus in a breech position?

    <p>Congenital anomaly of the uterus like a mid-septum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential complication if there is any space-occupying mass in the pelvis during labor that does not allow the head to present first?

    <p>Increased risk of shoulder dystocia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During assessment of a breech presentation, what method usually reveals the fetal presentation?

    <p>Leopold’s maneuvers and a vaginal examination</p> Signup and view all the answers

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