Which of the following occurs in all three stages of the birthing process, or "labor"?
A)dilation
B)delivery
C)contractions
D)afterbirth
E)rupture of amnion

Question

Which of the following occurs in all three stages of the birthing process, or "labor"? ​
A)dilation
B)delivery
C)contractions
D)afterbirth
E)rupture of amnion

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Contractions occur in all three stages of the birthing process, as they are responsible for opening the cervix (dilation) in the first stage, pushing the baby out (delivery) in the second stage, and helping to expel the placenta (afterbirth) in the third stage. Choices A, B, D, and E are only applicable to certain stages of labor.

Which of the Following Occurs in All Three Stages of the Birthing