Question 9 · LEK · Abnormal fetal lie

A neglected transverse lie is characterized with:

1) impaction of the presenting shoulder in the pelvic inlet;
2) premature rupture of the membranes;
3) total cervical effacement;
4) excessive dilation of the lower uterine wall;
5) contraction of the uterus on a highly bent fetus.
The correct answer is:
  1. A. 1,2,3.
  2. B. 1,3,5.
  3. C. 2,4.
  4. D. 3,4,5.
  5. E. all the above.
Hint

Picture what happens when labor continues for hours with an uncorrected transverse lie after the waters break.

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