Question 152 · LEK · Normal delivery
Indicate the correct sequence of fetal head movements in the birth canal during labor:
- A. flexion, extension, rotation, rotation.
- B. extension, rotation, flexion, rotation.
- C. flexion, rotation, rotation, extension.
- D. rotation, flexion, extension, rotation.
- E. flexion, rotation, extension, rotation.
Hint
Follow the head from inlet to outlet: it adapts to the changing shape of the pelvis and finally realigns with the shoulders.
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