The nurse caring for a client in labor anticipates fetal macrosomia and shoulder dystocia
Appropriate management of shoulder dystocia is essential in order to prevent which fetal complications? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply. 1. Brachial plexus injury
2. Fractured clavicle
3. Asphyxia
4. Neurological damage
5. Puerperal infection
1, 2, 3, 4
Explanation: 1. Brachial plexus injury occurs due to improper or excessive traction applied to the fetal head.
2. Complications in macrosomia include fractured clavicles.
3. Complications in macrosomia include asphyxia of the fetus.
4. Neurological damage is a complication of macrosomia.
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