Prerequisite for applying forceps are all except:September 2007: (A) Aftercoming head of breech, (B) There should be no CPD, (C) Saggital suture should be in line with transverse diameter of pelvis, (D) Foetal head should be engaged
Answer is C. Ans. C: Saggital suture should be in line with transverse diameter of pelvisConditions to be fulfilled prior to forceps operation:The fetal head must be engagedCervix must be fully dilatedMembranes must be rupturedThe position and station of the fetal head must be knownNo major CPDAdequate analgesiaBladder must be emptied.