Fetal Position Assessment Point of Care Ultrasound

Why Fetal Position Assessment Matters

Fetal position assessment using point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is a critical skill in modern obstetric nursing. In triage, labor, and clinical settings, the ability to quickly determine fetal lie, presentation, and position provides immediate insight into maternal-fetal status and helps guide safe, timely clinical decisions.

Despite its importance, many OB nurses are never formally trained in structured ultrasound assessment.

This course bridges that gap—providing a clear, practical framework for integrating fetal position assessment into everyday nursing practice.

What You’ll Learn

This course is designed to build both foundational knowledge and applied clinical skill, so you can confidently assess fetal position at the bedside.

You will learn how to:

  • Understand fetal lie, presentation, and position in a clinical context
  • Identify key fetal landmarks, including:
    • Fetal head
    • Spine orientation
    • Cardiac positioning
  • Differentiate between:
    • Cephalic, breech, and transverse presentations
    • Occiput anterior, posterior, and transverse positions
  • Perform a focused, rapid OB ultrasound scan
  • Recognize normal vs abnormal fetal orientation
  • Integrate findings into triage and labor decision-making
  • Communicate and document ultrasound findings clearly and professionally

Step-by-Step Skill Development

This course is structured to guide you from basic understanding to clinical confidence through:

  • Clear, structured modules
  • Step-by-step scanning demonstrations
  • Real-world case examples
  • Pattern recognition training
  • Practical clinical application strategies

You will develop a systematic approach to fetal assessment that can be applied immediately in clinical settings.

Course Curriculum Highlights

  • Fetal Lie: Identifying orientation within the uterus
  • Fetal Presentation: Cephalic, breech, and transverse assessment
  • Fetal Position: OA, OP, OT and clinical significance
  • Ultrasound Scanning Techniques
  • Image Acquisition & Optimization
  • Identifying Key Anatomical Landmarks
  • Troubleshooting Difficult Scans
  • OB Triage Applications
  • Clinical Decision-Making with POCUS
  • Documentation & Professional Communication
  • Integration into OB Nursing Workflow

Flexible, Self-Paced Learning

  • ✔ 100% online and accessible anytime
  • ✔ Learn at your own pace
  • ✔ Designed for busy OB nurses and shift work schedules
  • ✔ Mobile and desktop access
  • ✔ Revisit modules as often as needed

Who This Course Is For

  • Labor & Delivery Nurses
  • OB Triage Nurses
  • Clinic and Women’s Health Nurses
  • Nurse Educators
  • Advanced Practice Providers in training

Start Building Your POCUS Confidence

Don’t wait for in-person training opportunities to advance your skills.

This course gives you the tools to begin understanding and applying fetal position assessment using POCUS—supporting faster assessments, clearer clinical communication, and improved patient care.

Take the next step in your OB nursing practice.


Course Curriculum


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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.

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