Stages of labour - second stage Flashcards

1
Q

what is the second stage ?

A

when the baby is pushed out of the birth canal.

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signs and symptoms in the second stage

A

strong more frequent contractions

urge to push

baby head descending into the birth canal

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what is the passive second stage of labour ?

A

finding of full dilation of the cervix before the absence of involuntary expulsion contractions

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Active second stage of labour

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expulsive contractions with a finding of full dilation of the cervix and other signs of full dilation of the cervix

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how long does the second stage last?

A

all births are unique

first time - 1 to 3 hours

can be shorter in subsequent pregnancies

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