Which of the following descriptions of postpartum restoration or healing times is accurate?
1. The cervix shortens, becomes firm, and returns to form within a month postpar-tum.
2. The vagina gradually returns to prepregnancy size by 6 to 10 weeks after child-birth.
3. Most episiotomies heal within a week.
4. Hemorrhoids usually decrease in size within 2 weeks of childbirth.
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1. Incorrect. The cervix regains its form within days; the cervical os may take longer.
2. Correct. Lubrication may take longer.
3. Incorrect. Most episiotomies take 2 to 3 weeks to heal.
4. Incorrect. Hemorrhoids can take 6 weeks to decrease in size.
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