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?

    <p>It increases the risk of infection and necessitates immediate cesarean section</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Strongest and lasting 60 to 90 seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>6 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>It decreases and initiates labor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the bloody show in labor?

    <p>It indicates the softening and ripening of the cervix</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>20 to 40 seconds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the mucus plug during pregnancy?

    <p>To prevent infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

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