Explain the feedback mechanism involved in true labor. Indicate the components of the feedback system (for example, identify the control center), their responses to stimuli, and the nature of the response (is it positive or negative feedback?)
What will be an ideal response?
Labor involves a positive feedback cycle. Oxytocin release stimulates prostaglandin release and uterine contraction. Contractions cause increased pressure against the cervix. Cervical stretch stimulates the hypothalamus (control center) to secrete more oxytocin and the cycle repeats and is amplified.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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