Which Description of the Four Stages of Labour Is Correct

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which description of the four stages of labour is correct for both definition and duration?

• A) First stage: onset of regular uterine contractions to full dilation;less than 1 hour to 18 hours
• B) Second stage: full effacement to 4 to 5 cm;visible presenting part;1 to 2 hours
• C) Third state: active pushing to birth;20 minutes (multipara),50 minutes (primipara)
• D) Fourth stage: delivery of the placenta to recovery;30 minutes to 1 hour

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