During the First Stage of Labor, the _______

Question

During the first stage of labor, the _______.
A) cervix is fully dilated and ends with the delivery of the baby
B) cervix becomes dilated to 10 cm and effaced to 100%
C) placenta separates from the uterus
D) placenta is delivered

Accepted Answer

The first stage of labor begins with the onset of regular contractions and ends when the cervix is fully dilated to 10 cm and effaced to 100%. This stage is divided into three phases: early, active, and transition. The delivery of the baby occurs during the second stage of labor, and the third stage is when the placenta is delivered.