Chapter 16 Flashcards
1
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7 cardinal movements
A
engagement descent flexion internal rotation extension external rotation expulsion
2
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signs of preceding labor
A
lightening return of urinary frequency stronger braxton hicks contractions weight loss of 1-3.5lbs surge of energy (nesting) increased vaginal discharge, bloody show cervical ripening possible spontaneous ROM
3
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first stage of labor
A
onset of regular contractions to full dilation of cervix
4
Q
latent labor
A
0-4 cm effacement occurs but little descent
5
Q
active labor
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5-10cm more rapid dilation and increased rate of descent
6
Q
transition
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8-10cm a time of very rapid dilation and intense contactions
7
Q
second stage of labor
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from full dilation to delivery of baby, mother starts pushing
8
Q
third stage of labor
A
birth of baby to delivery of placenta usually takes 5-30 min
9
Q
fourth stage
A
delivery of placenta to first 2-4 hours post partum
