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Which pattern of contractions is most consistent with labor beginning?
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20 questions
02
True or false
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True or false: Labor follows an exact timetable for everyone, so a slower-than-expected pattern by itself means labor is abnormal.
- A
True
- B
False
03
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The first stage of labor begins with labor and ends when the cervix is .
04
Written response
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According to ACOG's labor-management guidance, at what cervical dilation, in centimeters, does the active phase begin?
05
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A birthing person's cervix is fully dilated and the baby has not yet been born. Which stage of childbirth are they in?
- A
From the start of labor until the cervix begins to open.
- B
From birth of the baby until delivery of the placenta.
- C
From full cervical dilation until birth of the baby.
- D
From rupture of the amniotic sac until full cervical dilation.
06
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Which situations call for urgent maternity advice or emergency care? Select all that apply.
- A
Heavy vaginal bleeding.
- B
A mucus discharge tinged with a little blood.
- C
Severe constant abdominal pain.
- D
Contractions that become regular but continue to follow the person's care plan.
- E
Reduced fetal movement.
- F
Labor-like symptoms before 37 weeks.
07
True or false
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True or false: A newborn who is breathing well needs routine suctioning as part of immediate care.
- A
True
- B
False
08
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What term describes the point in vaginal birth when the baby's head becomes visible at the vaginal opening?
09
Fill in the blank
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The third stage of childbirth begins after the baby is born and ends when the .
10
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A newborn and mother are stable, and there is no need for urgent intervention. Which approach to cord clamping is recommended?
- A
Clamp immediately in every case, regardless of stability.
- B
Delay clamping for at least one minute when mother and baby are stable and no urgent intervention requires otherwise.
- C
Wait until the newborn has completed the first feed before clamping.
- D
Leave the cord unclamped until the placenta has been delivered.
11
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A newborn is breathing normally and appears well. Which immediate care actions are appropriate? Select all that apply.
- A
Dry the baby thoroughly and remove wet cloths.
- B
Check breathing and keep the head and body warm.
- C
Separate the stable newborn for routine tasks even when they can safely wait.
- D
Place the baby skin-to-skin on the mother's chest and cover both with a warm blanket.
- E
Begin routine suctioning even if the baby is breathing well.
- F
Support breastfeeding as soon as mother and baby are ready.
12
Open ended
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How can a birth plan support a person's choices while still allowing appropriate changes if needs arise during labor?
13
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During an uncomplicated second stage, which approach best supports the birthing person's preferences and bodily cues?
- A
Support the person's preferred safe position and encourage pushing in response to their body's urge.
- B
Require one fixed position and a prescribed pushing technique for everyone.
- C
Use forceful pulling to speed the baby's movement through the birth canal.
- D
Discourage all position changes once the second stage begins.
14
True or false
1 point
The baby has been born, but the placenta has not yet been delivered. A support person should gently pull on the cord to help deliver it.
- A
True
- B
False
15
Written response
1 point
When mother and baby are stable and no urgent intervention is needed, what is the minimum number of minutes to delay cord clamping?
16
Written response
1 point
What is the term for a mucus discharge tinged with a little blood that may occur in early labor?
17
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When the amniotic sac ruptures before or during labor, what may happen?
- A
The fluid may trickle or gush.
- B
The fluid always remains contained until after the baby is born.
- C
The cervix immediately closes.
- D
The baby is delivered as soon as the sac ruptures.
18
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A person’s labor is progressing more slowly than expected, but there are no other signs of difficulty. Which interpretation is most consistent with the guidance?
- A
A slower pattern by itself proves that labor is abnormal.
- B
Labor should follow the same timetable for everyone.
- C
A slower-than-expected pattern alone does not mean labor is abnormal.
- D
Cervical change stops permanently if progress is slower than expected.
19
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A pregnant person at 35 weeks has labor-like symptoms. What is the most appropriate response?
- A
Seek urgent maternity advice or emergency care rather than continuing to time contractions.
- B
Wait to see whether the symptoms follow a regular contraction pattern.
- C
Rest and contact the care team only if the symptoms continue until the due date.
- D
Continue timing contractions before deciding whether to seek help.
20
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1 point
For a stable mother and baby, when no urgent intervention requires otherwise, which approach to cord clamping is recommended?
- A
Clamp the cord immediately in every birth.
- B
Delay clamping for at least one minute when mother and baby are stable and no urgent intervention requires otherwise.
- C
Wait until the baby has started feeding, regardless of the clinical situation.
- D
Have an untrained companion clamp and cut the cord.