AMNIOTOMY: ASSISTING WITH

Course overview

Amniotomy, or artificial rupture of membranes (AROM), involves intentionally breaking the amniotic sac. Although the procedure is controversial, it is routinely performed in patients with dystocia or prolonged labor and for placement of internal monitoring devices (i.e., intrauterine catheter [to measure uterine contractions] or spiral electrode [to monitor fetal heart rate]). This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of how to assist with amniotomy. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.