As the head of the fetus approaches delivery and the phrase "station plus one" is used, in which position is the head in relation to the ischial spines?
a. 1 centimeter above c. 1 fingerbreadth above
b. 1 centimeter below d. 1 fingerbreadth below
B
Station is the relationship of the fetal presenting part to the ischial spines. It is measured in centimeters above (-) or below (+) the ischial spines. Station plus one is 1 cm below.
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