Which maneuver applies pressure to help control postpartum hemorrhage?

Fundal massage is the correct maneuver for controlling postpartum hemorrhage. This technique involves applying firm and steady pressure to the fundus, or top of the uterus, which helps stimulate uterine contraction. After childbirth, a woman’s uterus needs to contract effectively to compress the blood vessels and reduce the risk of excessive bleeding. By performing fundal massage, healthcare providers can encourage the uterus to contract, thereby helping to stop or minimize the bleeding.

When discussing the other options, chest compressions are typically used in cardiac arrest situations to maintain blood circulation, not for controlling postpartum hemorrhage. Abdominal thrusts, often associated with relieving choking, do not address uterine atony or bleeding after delivery. Manual ventilation is a technique focused on providing breaths to a patient who is not breathing adequately and is not a relevant method for managing postpartum hemorrhage.