In the first stage of labor, the cervix dilates from the onset of contractions to what diameter?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. 10 cm
- Step 1: The first stage ends when the cervix is fully dilated at 10 cm.
- Step 2: The second stage then begins.
Answer
10 cm.
Why not the others: The other values are intermediate points.
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