Stages of Labor: Active Phase

What is the average duration of the first stage of labor for a multipara?

What can cause a prolonged latent phase during labor?

What is the intensity of contractions during the first stage of labor for a nullipara?

What action has no effect on labor progress when administered during the first stage?

What is encouraged to help manage contractions during the first stage of labor?

What is the frequency of contractions during the transition stage?

What is the maximum dilatation reached during the transition stage?

What is the woman likely to experience at the end of the transition phase?

What occurs when a woman reaches full dilatation (10 cm) during the transition stage?

What new sensation does a woman experience when reaching 10 cm during the transition stage?

During which phase of the first stage of labor does the latent or preparatory phase occur?

In a nullipara, how long does the active phase of the first stage of labor typically last?

What is the frequency of contractions during the active phase of the first stage of labor?

How long does the active phase of the first stage of labor typically last in a multipara?

What characterizes the contractions during the latent phase of the first stage of labor?

When does the active phase of the first stage of labor begin?

What are the two separate phases that occur during the third stage of labor?

How is the placenta delivered after separation during the third stage of labor?

What should be avoided when applying pressure on a postpartal uterus in a non-contracted state?

Which type of placental presentation is characterized by separation with the maternal side showing?

What is the normal range of blood loss during placental separation until the uterus contracts adequately?

What medication is commonly given to increase contractions and minimize bleeding after the delivery of the placenta?

During the second stage of labor, what is the duration of contractions?

What is the frequency of contractions during the second stage of labor?

What causes the overwhelming urge to push or bear down during the second stage of labor?

What happens as the fetal head touches the internal side of the perineum during the second stage of labor?

What is the term used to describe the gradual appearance of the fetal scalp at the opening of the vagina during crowning in labor?

What procedure may be performed during the second stage of labor to widen the vaginal opening if necessary?