If the physician indicates a shoulder dystocia during the delivery of a macrosomic fetus, the nurse would assist by:

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McRoberts maneuver involves flexing the woman's thighs tightly against her abdomen to increase the pelvic outlet and thus reduce the obstruction caused by the shoulder dystocia. This should be the initial intervention for shoulder dystocia during delivery of a macrosomic fetus. Options A and B are not necessary unless complications arise or the maneuver is unsuccessful, and Option D should not be done since it can cause harm to the mother and baby.

If the Physician Indicates a Shoulder Dystocia During the Delivery