Question

A 26-year-old woman is in labour when shoulder dystocia is recognised after delivery of the head. What is the most appropriate initial manoeuvre to relieve the dystocia?

Accepted Answer

McRoberts manoeuvre with suprapubic pressure

Answer

Fundal pressure

Answer

Internal podalic version

Answer

Immediate episiotomy alone

Answer

Use of forceps traction alone

Practice question

A 26-year-old woman is in labour when shoulder dystocia is recognised after delivery of the head. What is the most appropriate initial manoeuvre to relieve the dystocia?