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deesands

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on: Jun 28, 2018
What is the function of contractions during the second stage of labor?
 
  a. Align the infant into the proper position for delivery
  b. Dilate and efface the cervix
  c. Push the infant out of the mother's body
  d. Separate the placenta from the uterine wall

Question 2

What marks the end of the third stage of labor?
 
  a. Full cervical dilation
  b. Expulsion of the placenta and membranes
  c. Birth of the infant
  d. Engagement of the head


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Reply #1 on: Jun 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The contractions push the infant out of the mother's body as the second stage of labor ends with the birth of the infant.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The third stage of labor extends from the birth of the infant until the placenta is detached and expelled.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 28, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Excellent

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