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True vs False labor |
False labor does not produce dilation and effacement of the cervix. Contractions are irregular, perceived as tightening, but not uncomfortable. |
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True labor |
Is progressive dilatation and effacement of the cervix. Contractions are regular, build in frequency and intensity. Start in back and radiate to front. Pain is not relieved by walking, may intensify labor. |
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Stages of labor |
1st stage is from the onset of true labor to complete dilation of the cervix. 2nd dilation of cervix to the birth of the baby. 3rd from birth of the baby to the delivery of the placenta. 4th first 1 to 4 hours following delivery. |
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1st stage of labor |
Divided into 3 phases. Phases characterized by contractions, cervical dilation, and mother's emotional response. |
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1st stage; 1st phase |
Latent phase. Early labor. Cervical dilation 0-3 cm Contractions every 5-20 min. Duration 30-40 sec. Mild intensity. Mother happy labor has finally started. Anticipating the birth, talkative. |
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1st stage; 2nd phase. |
Active phase. Cervical dilation 4-7 cm. Contractions every 2-5 min. Duration 40-60 sec. Intensity moderate to hard. Increased self awareness. May begin to fear loss of control. Use of variety coping mechanisms. |
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1st stage; 3rd phase. |
Transition phase. Cervical dilation 8-10 cm. Contractions 1 1/2-2 min. Duration 60-90 min. Intensity hard. Increased anxiety, fear of abandonment. May be perceived as being apprehensive and irritable. |
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2nd stage |
Cervical dilation complete. Pushing Contractions continue 1 1/2 - 2 min apart. Duration 60-90 sec. Intensity strong. Increased sense of control. The sweetness words to a laboring mom "you can push now" or "you can push with the next contraction". |
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3rd stage |
Delivery of the placenta. After the delivery of the infant the uterus still continues to contract. Usually around 5 minutes after the birth you will see the uterus assume a globular shape, a rise in the fundus, a sudden gush of fluid and further protrusion of the cord. |
