A woman is admitted to the labor and birthing suite. Vaginal examination reveals that the presenting part is approximately 2 cm above the ischial spines. The nurse documents this finding as:

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The station of the presenting part of the fetus in relation to the ischial spines of the mother is measured in centimeters. If the presenting part is above the ischial spines, it is noted with a negative number. Therefore, -2 station indicates the presenting part is 2 cm above the ischial spines.

A Woman Is Admitted to the Labor and Birthing Suite