Obstetric Maneuvers: Correct Indication Matching

This section clarifies the correct matching of obstetric maneuvers with their indications, focusing on the options provided.

Analyzing Obstetric Maneuver Indications

The question asks to identify the correctly matched pair of an obstetric maneuver and its indication. Let's analyze each option:

• Option 1: McRobert's maneuver - After coming head of breech
  Incorrect. McRobert's maneuver is primarily used to help resolve shoulder dystocia by flexing the maternal thighs onto the abdomen. It is not typically indicated for breech presentation after the head has delivered.
• Option 2: Lovset's maneuver – Delivery of foot in breech
  Incorrect. Lovset's maneuver involves rotation of the fetal body during breech delivery to aid in the delivery of the shoulders. It's not specifically for delivering a foot.
• Option 3: Pinard's maneuver – Delivery of extended arm
  Incorrect. Pinard's maneuver is used to facilitate the delivery of a breech presentation, often by flexing a persistent hip or delivering a foot. It's not for an extended arm.
• Option 4: Ritgen's maneuver – Controlled delivery of fetal head
  Correct. Ritgen's maneuver is a technique used during the final stage of childbirth to control the delivery of the fetal head, preventing rapid extension and potential perineal trauma. It involves applying gentle pressure upward on the chin and downward pressure on the occiput.

Correct Match Summary

The only correctly matched maneuver and indication among the choices is Ritgen's maneuver for the controlled delivery of the fetal head.