Quiz 3 Questions Flashcards
1
Q
What type of management is recommended for all parturients in the third stage of labour?
A
Active management
2
Q
What are the signs of second stage of labour?
A
Full dilation to 10 cm, active urge to push, expulsive contractions.
3
Q
What are fetal attitudes and provide examples?
A
The relationship of the fetal body parts to one another.
Ex. Fully flexed, deflexed/hyperextended
4
Q
Define first degree tear
A
Vaginal and perineal skin torn, but no muscle tearing
5
Q
Define second degree tear
A
Tear affects the posterior vaginal walls and perineal muscles.
6
Q
Define third degree tear
A
Tear extends to the anal sphincter but does not affect the rectal mucosa
7
Q
Define fourth degree tear
A
Injury of the anal sphincter and rectal mucosa
