A normal uterine activity pattern in labor is characterized by:
A)Contractions every 2 to 5 minutes.
B)Contractions lasting about 2 minutes.
C)Contractions about 1 minute apart.
D)A contraction intensity of about 1000 mm Hg with relaxation at 50 mm Hg.

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Contractions normally occur every 2 to 5 minutes and last less than 90 seconds (intensity 800 mm Hg)with about 30 seconds in between (20 mm Hg or less).

A Normal Uterine Activity Pattern in Labor Is Characterized By