Question

stages of labor a. first stage b. second stage c. third stage 1. involves little or no discomfort. 2. episiotomy may be performed. 3. at the beginning of this stage, contractions are about two to four minutes apart. 4. relaxation is important to prevent muscles from tightening. 5. mother may be asked to bear down to help the baby along. 6. shortest stage. 7. baby moves down into the lower pelvis and into position for birth. 8. near the end of this stage, contractions are strong and frequent. 9. longest stage. 10. mother may be moved from labor room to separate delivery room. 11. baby is born. 12. uterus contracts to expel placenta. 13. cervix dilates and becomes thinner. 14. forceps may be used if necessary.

Explanation:

The first stage of labor is the longest and starts with contractions that are spaced out and gradually become stronger and more frequent. The cervix dilates and thins during this stage. The second stage is when the mother bears down to push the baby out, episiotomy or forceps may be used, and the baby moves into position and is born. The third stage is the shortest, where the uterus contracts to expel the placenta.

Answer:

1. A
2. B
3. A
4. A
5. B
6. C
7. B
8. A
9. A
10. B
11. B
12. C
13. A
14. B