Stages of Labor Quiz
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During active labor, at what frequency do contractions occur?

  • Every 10 to 15 minutes
  • Every 6 to 8 minutes
  • Every 1 to 2 minutes
  • Every 3 to 5 minutes (correct)
  • What is the recommended action if meconium-stained fluid is noticed during labor?

  • Monitor for fetal distress (correct)
  • Perform a cesarean section
  • Administer Pitocin
  • Perform amniotomy
  • At what stage does the cervix dilate to 8 to 10 cm?

  • Early latent stage
  • Active labor
  • Stage 2
  • Transition labor (correct)
  • What does a positive Nitrazine paper test indicate?

    <p>The water has broken</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does stage 3 of labor begin?

    <p>With the delivery of the baby</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Labor Stages and Indications

    • Contractions occur every 2-3 minutes during active labor.
    • If meconium-stained fluid is noticed during labor, the recommended action is to notify the physician or certified nurse-midwife (CNM) immediately.

    Cervical Dilation

    • The cervix dilates to 8 to 10 cm during the active phase of the first stage of labor.

    Fetal Well-being

    • A positive Nitrazine paper test indicates the presence of vernix caseosa, a substance produced by the fetus and excreted in the urine, indicating fetal well-being.

    Third Stage of Labor

    • Stage 3 of labor begins after the birth of the baby, during which the placenta is delivered.

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    Test your knowledge of the stages of labor with this quiz. Learn about the early latent stage where the cervix dilates and contractions begin, and the active labor stage where stronger and more frequent contractions occur. Also, understand the importance of monitoring for meconium-stained fluid.

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