A Mother Is in Early Labor and Asks the Nurse

question 12

Multiple Choice

A mother is in early labor and asks the nurse how long the labor will last.The nurse explains that the first stage of labor lasts from the beginning of regular contractions until when?

• A)The cervix is completely effaced.
• B)The baby is in position.
• C)The cervix is fully dilated.
• D)The woman begins pushing.

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