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Cervical Exams and Membrane Sweeping: Your Rights and Comfort

Cervical Exams and Membrane Sweeping: Your Rights and Comfort

Update: 2025-04-30
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In this episode, Dr. Sterling discusses cervical exams during pregnancy and labor, emphasizing patient consent and comfort. Learn about why these exams are performed, how to make them more comfortable, and get a brief introduction to membrane sweeping as a potential labor-inducing procedure.

Key Moments

  • Your Right to Consent
  • Purpose of Cervical Exams
  • Bishop Score Explained
  • Making Exams More Comfortable
  • Introduction to Membrane Sweeping

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Cervical Exams and Membrane Sweeping: Your Rights and Comfort

Cervical Exams and Membrane Sweeping: Your Rights and Comfort