Cord Presentation (Prolapsed Cord)

• Place mother in Trendelenburg position (left-lateral if birth not imminent).
• Relieve cord pressure with gentle pressure to baby's head.
• Monitor cord pulses and cover with saline-soaked gauze.
• Do not attempt to push cord back into uterus.
• Discourage mother from pushing during contractions to minimize cord pressure (panting instead will help to avoid pushing).
• Prepare for emergency c-section