A normal uterine activity pattern in labor is characterized by:
a. Contractions every 2 to 5 minutes.
b. Contractions lasting about 2 minutes.
c. Contractions about 1 minute apart.
d. A contraction intensity of about 1000 mm Hg with relaxation at 50 mm Hg.
ANS: A
Contractions normally occur every 2 to 5 minutes and last less than 90 seconds (intensity 800 mm Hg) with about 30 seconds in between (20 mm Hg or less).
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