A normal UA pattern in labor is characterized by:
1. contractions every 2 to 5 minutes.
2. contractions lasting about 2 minutes.
3. contractions about 1 minute apart.
4. contraction intensity of about 1000 mm Hg, with relaxation at 50 mm Hg.
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1. Correct. Contractions normally occur every 2 to 5 minutes, last less than 90 seconds (intensity 800 mm Hg), with about 30 seconds in between (20 mm Hg or less).
2, 3, 4. Incorrect. Contractions normally occur every 2 to 5 minutes, last less than 90 seconds (intensity 800 mm Hg), with about 30 seconds in between (20 mm Hg or less).
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