A nurse notes a perineal laceration that extends into the rectal mucosa after a woman gives birth to a full-term baby.How does the nurse document this information?
A) First-degree laceration
B) Second-degree laceration
C) Third-degree laceration
D) Fourth-degree laceration

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A fourth-degree laceration extends into the rectal mucosa and exposes the lumen of the rectum.A first-degree laceration involves only the perineal skin and vaginal mucosa.A second-degree laceration involves the skin,mucous membrane,and fascia of the perineal body.A third-degree laceration involves the skin,mucous membrane,and muscle of the perineal body and extends into the rectal sphincter.

A Nurse Notes a Perineal Laceration That Extends into the Rectal