Maternal responses to the transition phase of labor include:
a. Urge to push, apprehension, desire for companionship
b. Perineal bulging, increased strength, and frequency of contractions
c. Restlessness, trembling of the legs, nausea, and vomiting
d. Talkative, attempts to care for own needs, mild contractions
ANS: C
Restlessness, trembling of the legs, nausea, and vomiting are common during transition. The other responses relate to other phases of labor.
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