Fetal Positions Flashcards
1
Q
Position?
A
LMA
2
Q
Position?
A
LOA
3
Q
Position?
A
LOP
4
Q
Position?
A
LSA
5
Q
Position?
A
LSP
6
Q
Position?
A
LSP
7
Q
Position?
A
RMA
8
Q
Position?
A
RMP
9
Q
Position?
A
ROA
10
Q
Position?
A
ROP
11
Q
To what does fetal “Presentation” refer?
A
If the part of the fetus approaching the birth canal is Cephalic or Breech
12
Q
Describe what is meant by fetal lie?
A
- The position of the fetus in relation to the maternal pelvis
- It can be transverse/horizontal across the pelvis, or
- It can be longitudinal; regardless of what part of the body is approaching the birth canal
13
Q
What are the four types of cephalic presentation?
A
- Vertex
- Military
- Brow
- Face
14
Q
What are the 3 types of breech presentations?
A
- Frank
- Full
- Single footling
15
Q
What is meant by fetal attitude?
A
- It refers to the position of the fetal body parts to each other
- Flexion v. Extension
