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.
Item Type: | Article |
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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 |
Subjects: |
R Medicine > RG Gynecology and obstetrics > RG500 Obstetrics R Medicine > RG Gynecology and obstetrics > RG950 Midwifery |
Creators: | Huntley, Mary and Smith, Janice Dickson |
Publisher: | MA Healthcare Ltd. |
Faculties, Divisions and Institutes: |
University Faculties, Divisions and Research Centres - OLD > Faculty of Health & Society > Midwifery 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 |
Language: | English |
DOI: | https://doi.org/10.12968/bjom.2017.25.4.240 |
ISSN: | 0969-4900 |
Status: | Published / Disseminated |
Refereed: | Yes |
URI: | http://nectar.northampton.ac.uk/id/eprint/9456 |
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