Stages of labour - second stage Flashcards
1
Q
what is the second stage ?
A
when the baby is pushed out of the birth canal.
2
Q
signs and symptoms in the second stage
A
strong more frequent contractions
urge to push
baby head descending into the birth canal
3
Q
what is the passive second stage of labour ?
A
finding of full dilation of the cervix before the absence of involuntary expulsion contractions
4
Q
Active second stage of labour
A
expulsive contractions with a finding of full dilation of the cervix and other signs of full dilation of the cervix
5
Q
how long does the second stage last?
A
all births are unique
first time - 1 to 3 hours
can be shorter in subsequent pregnancies