When palpating the fundus during a contraction, the nurse notes that it feels like a chin. The nurse interprets this finding as indicating which type of contraction?

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When palpating the fundus during a contraction, if it feels like a chin, it is interpreted as a moderate contraction. This is a way to assess the intensity of contractions during labor by comparing the feel of the uterus to various body parts, with a chin being less firm than a forehead (indicating a strong contraction) but firmer than a nose (indicating a mild contraction).

When Palpating the Fundus During a Contraction, the Nurse Notes