Breech Flashcards
1
Q
What are the risks of breech? (7mks)
A
1- neonatal trauma from no moulding 2- birth trauma 3-soft tissue damage episiotomy/tear 4- early rupture of membranes 5- cord prolapse 6- poor delivery technique 7- uncoordinated uterine contractions
2
Q
What are the predisposing risk factors for breech? (9mks)
A
- multiple pregnancy
- uterine shape
- pelvic shape
- fetal abnormality
- polyhydramnios
- oligohydramnios
- fibroids
- placental site
3
Q
What are the types of breech? (6)
A
Footling most common feet present below buttocks
Frank fetal legs tucked up better presenting part to apply equal pressure on cervix and less risk of cord obstruction
Complete fetal legs tucked in Buddha presentation
4
Q
Wrote a management plan for Sadie who is 37/40 with a diagnosed breech
A
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