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Management of shoulder dystocia using the HELPERR mnemonic

Huntley, M. and Smith, J. D. (2017) Management of shoulder dystocia using the HELPERR mnemonic. British Journal of Midwifery. 25(4), pp. 240-244. 0969-4900.

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Item Type:	Article
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.
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Obstetric emergencies, shoulder dystocia, diagnosis, episiotomy, pressure
Creators:	Huntley, Mary and Smith, Janice Dickson
Faculties, Divisions and Institutes:	Faculties > Faculty of Health & Society > Midwifery
Date:	7 April 2017
Date Type:	Publication
Page Range:	pp. 240-244
Journal or Publication Title:	British Journal of Midwifery
Volume:	25
Number:	4
Number of Pages:	5
Language:	English
DOI:	https://doi.org/10.12968/bjom.2017.25.4.240
ISSN:	0969-4900
Status:	Published / Disseminated
Refereed:	Yes
Related URLs:	https://pure.northampton.ac.uk/en/public...
URI:	http://nectar.northampton.ac.uk/id/eprint/16105

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