Lisa is experiencing mild contractions although she is not due to deliver for another 2 weeks. Concerned, she asks her doctor what is happening. Her doctor explains that these "tuning up" contractions are normal. They are called:
A) lightening
B) quickening
C) Braxton-Hicks contractions
D) preparation contractions

Question

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Braxton-Hicks contractions are often referred to as "false labor" contractions and are considered a normal part of pregnancy. They are essentially practice contractions that help prepare the uterus for the actual labor process but do not indicate that labor has begun.

Lisa Is Experiencing Mild Contractions Although She Is Not Due