Which position would the nurse suggest for second stage labor if the pelvic outlet needs to be increased?
1. Semi-recumbent
2. Sitting
3. Squatting
4. Side-lying
3
1, 2, 4. Incorrect. Kneeling or squatting moves the uterus forward and aligns the fetus with the pelvic inlet and can facilitate the second stage of labor by increasing the pelvic outlet.
3. Correct. This position may assist in increasing the pelvic outlet.
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