The relationship of the presenting part to the ischial spines of the pelvis is called:
a. Engagement
b. Station
c. Flexion
d. Position
ANS: B
Station is defined as the relationship of the presenting part to an imaginary line drawn between the ischial spines of the maternal pelvis.
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