Fetal Position Flashcards
(19 cards)
What is the primary objective regarding fetal position?
To understand the importance of identifying the position of the fetus.
Why is it important to document fetal position during ultrasound exams?
Fetal position needs to be documented in all ultrasound exams to ensure accurate assessment and to pass board exams.
What condition involves complete transposition of all abdominal organs?
Situs inversus totalis.
What is the term for when the heart is located on the right side of the chest?
Dextrocardia.
What must you always check regarding the fetus’s position?
Determine if the stomach is on the left and the heart is on the left.
What is the first step after documenting the cervix image?
Document the fetal position.
Fill in the blank: If the fetus is in the longitudinal position, it is ______ with Mom.
parallel
Fill in the blank: If the fetus is in the transverse position, it is ______ to Mom.
perpendicular
What direction do the patient’s head and feet typically represent on the ultrasound screen?
Head is on the left side and feet are on the right side of the screen.
In a longitudinal position, what does ‘RT’ and ‘LT’ represent?
‘RT’ is right side and ‘LT’ is left side.
What indicates that the fetus is in a vertex/cephalic position?
The fetus’s head is down closer to mom’s cervix.
In a breech position, where is the fetus’s head in relation to mom?
The fetus’s head is up closer to mom’s fundus.
How can you determine the head position if the fetus is transverse?
By identifying where the spine and stomach are located in relation to mom.
What does the clock method help with?
It helps to memorize and determine the position of the fetus.
What is the recommended practice to master fetal position identification?
Practice, practice, practice!
True or False: The apex of the heart points to the right in a normal fetus.
False
What should you always identify when assessing the fetus?
Where the stomach and heart are located.
What is the significance of determining fetal position for board exams?
You need to be able to correctly identify the fetal position to pass the exams.
Fill in the blank: The patient’s head is at the top of the bed, and her feet are at the ______.
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