Shoulder dystocia

Shoulder dystocia

Course Duration

3 Hours

Objectives

6

Objectives

The learner should be able to :

  • Diagnose shoulder dystocia immediately after fetal head release
  • Mobilize available resources (human and material)
  • Maintain communication with the patient.
  • Perform life-saving maneuvers according to the management algorithm and the type of dystocia. (Mac Roberts).
  • Master team communication techniques
  • Manage stress during shoulder dystocia situation

Program details

32-year-old women, 3rd gravidity 2nd parity with 39 weeks of amenorrhea (Blood type A positive). No medical history. (Pregnancy irregularly followed).

She consulted the 1st line obstetric emergency room at 8 am for a 4-hour discharge of amniotic fluid and pelvic pain.