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Physiology of Normal Labor Quiz

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What is the definition of labor?

The bringing forth of young

The birth process encompassing all physiological processes involved in birthing

The process by which regular uterine contractions lead to progressive effacement and dilation of the cervix (correct)

The mode of actual expulsion

What is the lie in vertex presentation?

99.5% longitudinal and 0.5% others (correct)

The occiput

Eight segments of 45°

96.5% cephalic, 3% podalic, 0.3% shoulder, 0.1% compound, 0.2% face and 0.03% brow

What is the attitude denominator in vertex presentation?

Sacrum

Frontal eminence

Mentum

Occiput (correct)

What is the range of the station system?

<p>+3 to -3 and +5 to -5</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are uterine contractions considered to be?

<p>Physiologic process 'Pacemakers' near the uterine cor</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Labor and Fetal Presentation

Definition of Labor: The process by which the uterus contracts to move the fetus down the birth canal.

Vertex Presentation

Lie in Vertex Presentation: The fetus's longitudinal axis is in line with the mother's longitudinal axis.
Attitude Denominator in Vertex Presentation: The fetus's spine is flexed, with the chin tucked to the chest.

Station System

Range of the Station System: A system measuring the progress of the fetus's head during labor, ranging from -3 to +3, with -3 being the highest point and +3 being the lowest point in the birth canal.

Uterine Contractions

Uterine Contractions: Periodic, involuntary contractions of the uterus that help move the fetus down the birth canal during labor, considered a natural process to facilitate childbirth.

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Test your knowledge of the physiology and mechanisms of normal labor with this quiz. Explore the definitions of labor, delivery, and parturition, and enhance your understanding of the clinical diagnosis and physiological processes involved in childbirth.