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During the second stage of labor, what are the signs indicating the onset of this stage?
During the second stage of labor, what are the signs indicating the onset of this stage?
- Vaginal bleeding and dizziness
- Uterine contractions and bearing down (correct)
- Back pain and leg cramps
- Nausea and vomiting
What is the duration of the second stage of labor in a primigravida?
What is the duration of the second stage of labor in a primigravida?
- 50 minutes to 2 hours (correct)
- 30 minutes
- 3 hours
- 15 minutes
What are the effects of uterine contractions on the cervix during labor?
What are the effects of uterine contractions on the cervix during labor?
- Constriction and hardening
- Effacement and dilation (correct)
- Thickening and shortening
- Enlargement and softening
Which factor contributes to the descent of the presenting part through the pelvis during labor?
Which factor contributes to the descent of the presenting part through the pelvis during labor?
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Second Stage of Labor
- Signs indicating the onset of the second stage of labor include:
- Full dilation of the cervix (10 cm)
- Rotation of the fetus's head
- Increased bloody show
- Strong, intense contractions
- The duration of the second stage of labor in a primigravida (first-time mother) is approximately 1-2 hours
Effects of Uterine Contractions
- Uterine contractions during labor cause:
- Cervical effacement (thinning and shortening of the cervix)
- Cervical dilation (widening of the cervical opening)
Factors Contributing to Descent of Presenting Part
- The descent of the presenting part (fetus's head) through the pelvis during labor is contributed to by:
- Uterine contractions
- Maternal pushing efforts
- Gravity
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