Abstract
Shoulder dystocia is a rare obstetric emergency which can be managed using the HELPERR mnemonic. Midwives should recognise the signs and understand the principles of managing shoulder dystocia. Step-by-step images to illustrate the HELPERR mnemonic can enhance knowledge and understanding of this logical sequence of actions.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 240-244 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Journal | British Journal of Midwifery |
| Volume | 25 |
| Issue number | 4 |
| Early online date | 7 Apr 2017 |
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| Publication status | Published - 7 Apr 2017 |
Keywords
- Obstetric emergencies
- shoulder dystocia
- diagnosis
- episiotomy
- pressure