Bill hoi Date Chapter 5: The Baby's Arrival Stages of Labor Directions: A normal birth progresses through three stages.

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Bill Hoi Date Chapter 5 The Baby S Arrival Stages Of Labor Directions A Normal Birth Progresses Through Three Stages 1 (49.76 KiB) Viewed 9 times

Bill hoi Date Chapter 5: The Baby's Arrival Stages of Labor Directions: A normal birth progresses through three stages. Match each description in the list below with the stage of labor that it refers to. Write the letter of the appropriate stage in the blank to the left of each description. Stages of Labor A. First Stage B. Second Stage C. Third Stage 1. Involves little or no discomfort. 2. Episiotomy may be performed. 3. Medication may be given to reduce discomfort. 4. At the beginning of this stage, contractions are about two to four minutes apart. 5. Relaxation is important to prevent muscles from tightening. 6. Mother may be asked to bear down to help the baby along. 7. Lasts from two minutes to half an hour. 8. Baby moves down into lower pelvis and into position for birth. 9. Baby is born. 10. Near the end of this stage, contractions are strong and frequent. 11. Longest stage of labor. 12. Mother may be moved from the labor room to a separate delivery room. 13. Uterus contracts to expel placenta. 14. Cervix dilates and becomes thinner. 15. Forceps may be used if necessary.