Nurses can help their clients by keeping them informed about the distinctive stages of labor.Which description of the phases of the first stage of labor is accurate?
A) Latent: Mild,regular contractions;no dilation;bloody show;duration of 2 to 4 hours
B) Active: Moderate,regular contractions;4- to 7-cm dilation;duration of 3 to 6 hours
C) Lull: No contractions;dilation stable;duration of 20 to 60 minutes
D) Transition: Very strong but irregular contractions;8- to 10-cm dilation;duration of 1 to 2 hours
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