Which finding would indicate to the nurse that a woman's cervix is ripe in preparation for labor induction?
A) Posterior position
B) Firm
C) Closed
D) Shortened
D
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A ripe cervix is shortened, centered (anterior), softened, and partially dilated. An unripe cervix is long, closed, posterior, and firm.
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a. Sit quietly. b. Eat your lunch. c. Talk to the receptionist. d. Look at things on the receptionist's desk.