CPM Certified Professional Midwife

Category - The Postpartum Period

Malpresentation refers to other fetal presentations than the normal vertex presentation. Of the following, which is considered a maternal risk for fetal malpresentation in delivery? (Choose all that apply)
  1. Short stature
  2. Abnormal uterine shape
  3. Congenital anomalies
  4. Prematurity
Explanation
Answer: A - Short stature and B - Abnormal uterine shape

Malpresentation means the presentations other than vertex presentation (e.g., breech birth). Maternal risk factors for fetal malpresentation include:
1. Contracted pelvis
2. Short stature
3. Multiparity
4. Pelvic neoplasms
5. Abnormal uterine shape (cephalopelvic disproportion)

Fetal risk factors for fetal malpresentation include:
1. Large baby
2. Premature baby
3. Fetal congenital anomalies
4. Fetal attitude
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