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Doula

Category - Labor & Birth

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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of forceps or vacuum assisted delivery?

Aids in fetal descent when the mother's efforts are insufficient
Decreased incidence of episiotomy
Helps the baby rotate into an anterior position
Speeds delivery in cases of fetal distress

Explanation

Answer: B - While a vacuum extractor lessens the need for episiotomy compared to forceps use, both types of assisted delivery entail an increased risk of needing a surgical incision to place the instruments. The benefits of assisted delivery include speeding delivery if the baby's health is compromised, or if the mother is exceptionally tired from a long labor or pushing phase; a chance to help a malpositioned baby achieve an anterior position to facilitate delivery; and a decreased risk of Caesarean birth.

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