Which of the Following Events Occurs in the Second Stage

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following events occurs in the second stage of labor?

• A) The uterine contractions stretch the skin surrounding the birth canal and propel the baby along.
• B) The placenta and uterus secrete prostaglandins that stimulate uterine contractions.
• C) The placenta separates from the uterine wall and is expelled through the birth canal.
• D) The blood vessels in the birth canal rupture leading to the appearance of blood in vaginal secretions.

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Definitions:

Progesterone

A hormone produced in the ovaries, placenta (during pregnancy), and adrenal glands, important for regulating the menstrual cycle and maintaining the early stages of pregnancy.

Estrone

A weak estrogen hormone produced by the ovaries and important for female reproductive health.

Adrenaline

A hormone also known as epinephrine that increases heart rate, muscle strength, blood pressure, and sugar metabolism, released in response to stress.

Hypergonadism

A condition characterized by excessive activity of the gonads, leading to an overproduction of hormones and, in some cases, early onset of puberty or fertility issues.