Stage 3 of birth involves the birth of the placenta. The previous stages involve the onset of contractions (Stage 1) and the passage of the baby through the birth canal (Stage 2). Stage 3 begins after the baby is born and involves the delivery of the placenta.

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Stage 3 of Birth

Question 70

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Stage 3 of birth:

A) is characterized by the beginning of contractions.
B) begins when the cervix is dilated to 10cm.
C) involves the birth of the placenta.
D) involves the passage of the baby through the birth canal.
E) begins when the baby's appears.

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