The Afterbirth Refers to The

Question

The afterbirth refers to the:
A)Expulsion of the fetus
B)Expulsion of the uterine lining
C)Expulsion of the amniotic membrane
D)Expulsion of the placenta and membranes
E)The period of time between birth and nursing

Accepted Answer

The placenta,or afterbirth,is delivered during the third stage of childbirth.About 15 minutes after delivery of the baby,uterine muscular contractions shrink the uterus and dislodge the placenta.The placenta is then expelled into the vagina.