Dilation and Effacement Refer to

question 130

Multiple Choice

Dilation and effacement refer to

• A) when the cervix dilates and flattens out to approximately 10 centimetres.
• B) when contractions are relatively far apart.
• C) when the last two centimetres of dilation are achieved.
• D) active phase contractions.

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