Labor & Birth Quiz ChallengeOnline version Test your knowledge on labor and birth with this engaging quiz! by Mahogany 1 What is a common sign that labor is beginning? a Nausea b Headache c Back pain d Regular contractions 2 What medication is commonly used to induce labor? a Epidural b Ibuprofen c Pitocin d Oxytocin 3 What is the term for the thinning of the cervix during labor? a Effacement b Dilation c Descent d Engagement 4 What is the primary focus during the third stage of labor? a Administering medication b Delivery of the placenta c Monitoring contractions d Caring for the newborn 5 What does 'crowning' refer to during labor? a First contraction b Head visible at the vaginal opening c Baby's heartbeat d Placenta delivery 6 Which of the following are Warning Signs to call the doctor or go to the hospital Choose one or more answers a Severe headache or vision difficulties b Constipation c Pain, swelling, or redness in your legs d Bleeding or severe pain e Frequent urination f Baby seems less active 7 What information is most important to remember to tell you provider when your water breaks Choose one or more answers a Where your water broke b Color of fluid c Odor of fluid d Amount of fluid e Who was with you when your water broke f Time when your water broke 8 What are contractions that are typically irregular, don't get stronger or closer together, and slow down or stop when you rest, eat, or drink water? a Braxton Hicks (Prelabor Contractions) b Labor Contractions 9 What should you measure to in order to time contractions? Choose one or more answers a duration b intensity c frequency 10 At how many centimeters is the cervix completely dilated? a 7 b 10 c d 11 During which phase of the first stage of labor should you call the doctor/midwife or go to the hospital? a Early labor b Active labor c Transition 12 What is the term for the opening of the cervix a Dilation b Effacement c Engagement d Station 13 Which stage of labor involves pushing? a First stage b Second stage c Third stage 14 How many stages of labor are there? a 2 b 4 c 3 d 5 15 Which are ways to naturally promote labor induction? Choose one or more answers a warm bath b intercourse/orgasm c nipple stimulation d bowel stimulation from spicy foods
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