Description
Lifeform Birthing Station Simulator
The simulator highlights the ischial spines which are of great obstetrical importance. The line drawn between the ischial spines typically represents the shortest diameter of the pelvic cavity.
The ischial spines can be readily felt during a vaginal examination and serve as valuable landmarks in ascertaining the level to which the presenting part of the foetus has descended into the pelvis.
The Birthing Station Simulator features a foetal head which will lock in any one of three lock stations.
- Minus Two Station shows the position of the foetal head when it lies above the ischial spines.
- Zero Station shows the foetal head directly between the ischial spines.
- Also, Three Station shows the foetal head below the ischial spines ready to enter into the birthing canal.