A woman who is 40 weeks pregnant calls the labor suite to ask whether she should be evaluated. Which statements by the client indicate she is likely in labor? Note: Credit will be given only for all correct choices and no incorrect choices
Select all that apply. 1. "The contractions are 5-20 minutes apart."
2. "I had pink discharge on the toilet paper."
3. "I have had cramping for the past 3-4 hours."
4. "The contractions start in my back and then go to my abdomen and are very intense."
5. "The contractions hurt more when I walk."
4, 5
Explanation: 4. This is a sign of true labor. The contractions increase in duration and intensity and begin in the back and radiate around to the abdomen.
5. It is a sign of true labor when the client is unable to walk during the contraction.
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