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Second Stage of Labor

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What is the typical duration of contractions in the active phase of labor?

90 to 120 seconds
40 to 60 seconds (correct)
20 to 40 seconds
60 to 90 seconds

What is the purpose of the nitrazine test?

To determine the duration of labor
To determine the strength of contractions
To determine whether fluid is amniotic or not (correct)
To determine the cervical dilation

What happens to the cervix during the latent phase of labor?

It begins to dilate to 4 cm
It begins to dilate to 7 cm
It begins to efface and dilate to 0 to 3 cm (correct)
It remains unchanged

What is the significance of a rupture of membranes that has lasted for more than 24 hours?

It increases the risk of infection and necessitates immediate cesarean section (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of contractions in the transition phase of labor?

Strongest and lasting 60 to 90 seconds (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical duration of the latent phase of labor in nulliparas?

6 hours (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of progesterone in the initiation of labor?

It decreases and initiates labor (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the bloody show in labor?

It indicates the softening and ripening of the cervix (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical duration of contractions in the latent phase of labor?

20 to 40 seconds (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the mucus plug during pregnancy?

To prevent infection (A) Signup and view all the answers

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