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Nursing Maneuvers for Shoulder Dystocia

Relias

In most cases, shoulder dystocia management decisions are made once labor is in progress. How do care teams manage shoulder dystocia? Obstetric care teams managing shoulder dystocia have one goal: to safely release the infant’s shoulder(s) from where they are trapped in the birthing parent’s pelvis.

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Home health nursing

American Nurse

At 8 am, Linda has a 10-minute huddle call with her clinical team (organized by her clinical team manager) to discuss new issues or expected admissions. The nurse must use time efficiently to complete assigned visits, documentation, and communication with family and team members.