Page 47 - 33Elctronic Book (3) Normal Labor

The fetus is at -2 station signifying that the leading bony edge of the presenting part is 2

centimeters above the ischial spines. The head is engaged at 0 station.

Diagnosis of Onset of Labor
*Symptoms:

1-True Labor Pains.
2-Show.
*Signs:1-Dilatation of the internal cervical os. 2-formation of the page of forewaters.

Difference between true and false labor:

False uterine contraction are characterized by:
1-The uterus contract and relaxes.
2-Contractions occur at irregular intervals, duration and intensity.

3-The pain is confined chiefly to the lower part of the abdomen and groin.
4-There is no bloody show.
5-No cervical dilatation.

6- Change of position relieves the discomfort.

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