A client experiencing a difficult labor has a vacuum extraction birth. What is expected with this type of delivery?
A) The head is delivered after eight pulls during contractions.
B) The location of the vacuum is apparent on the fetal scalp after birth.
C) A bruise is present on the occiput that does not cross the suture line.
D) Positive pressure is applied by the vacuum extraction during contractions.

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The location of the vacuum is apparent on the fetal scalp after birth because the vacuum extraction device attaches to the baby's head, which can leave a temporary mark or swelling.

A Client Experiencing a Difficult Labor Has a Vacuum Extraction