Labour begins when regular contractions of the muscles of the uterus start. While the rupture of membranes (choice A and B) or presence of Braxton-Hicks contractions (choice C) can be signs that labour is approaching, actual labour is characterized by the onset of regular, rhythmic contractions that cause cervical dilation and effacement.

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Labour Begins When

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Labour begins when

A) the membranes containing the amniotic fluid ruptures,for just about all women
B) the "bag of waters burst" for just about all women
C) Braxton-Hicks contractions are present
D) regular contractions of the muscles of the uterus start

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