II. Indications

III. Technique

  1. Patient lies semi-recumbent for 45 minutes
  2. Consider elevating buttocks on cushioned pan
  3. Perform speculum exam after pooling for 45 minutes

IV. Interpretation

  1. Pooling of fluid suggests Rupture of Membranes
  2. If no fluid seen
    1. Apply gentle fundal pressure or have patient cough
    2. Fluid may be seen passing from cervical os

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