Labor pattern that progresses rapidly and ends with delivery less than 3 hours after the onset of uterine activity is known as which of the following?
a. Premature delivery c. Complicated delivery
b. Precipitate delivery d. Uncomplicated deli-very
B
Precipitate labor refers to a labor pattern that progresses rapidly and ends with delivery less than 3 hours after the onset of uterine activity. Maternal and fetal contributory factors for precipitate labor include maternal multiparous status, small fetus, relaxed pelvis and vaginal musculature, and a history of rapid labors with previous deliveries. Maternal and fetal risks include a delivery out of aseptic condition, maternal soft tissue injuries, and fetal injuries from
rapid expulsion at delivery.
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