Question

Which component of the physical examination are Leopold’s maneuvers unable to determine?

A. Degree of the presenting part’s descent into the pelvis
B. Fetal lie and attitude
C. Gender of the fetus
D. Number of fetuses

Answer 1

C. Gender of the fetus.

Step-by-step explanation:

Leopold's maneuvers are a series of actions that the obstetrician performs touching the woman's belly to determine the position of the fetus, the number of fetuses, and the degree of the presenting part's descent into the pelvis. The gender of the fetus can not be determined by touching the abdominal area, only an ultrasound can determine it.