The nurse expects the level of what chemical to increase to stimulate uterine contraction and the onset of labor?
A) Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
B) Progesterone
C) Estrogen
D) Prostaglandins
D
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Local prostaglandins are released stimulating the uterus to contract and the onset of labor begins. High levels of estrogen and progesterone support the uterus and block uterine contractions. FSH is not responsible for the onset of labor.
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