After teaching a group of nursing students about risk factors associated with dystocia, the instructor determines that the teaching was successful when the students identify which of the following as increasing the risk? (Select all that apply.)

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Short maternal stature, maternal age over 35, and breech fetal presentation are all recognized risk factors for dystocia. Short stature can limit the size of the pelvis, making it harder for the baby to pass through the birth canal. Advanced maternal age is associated with a variety of complications, including dystocia. Breech presentation, where the baby is positioned to deliver feet or buttocks first, can complicate labor and delivery, increasing the risk of dystocia.

After Teaching a Group of Nursing Students About Risk Factors