Matching Pairs ReproductionOnline version Intrapartum terms by Morgan K 1 Cervical Changes 2 Spontaneous rupture of the mebranes 3 TRUE labor: Contraction strength 4 Bloody Show 5 Braxton-Hicks 6 FALSE labor: Contractions 7 FALSE labor: Contraction strength 8 FALSE labor: Contraction discomfort 9 TRUE labor: Contraction discomfort 10 Nesting 11 TRUE labor: Contractions 12 Lightening Mucous plug is expelled; cervical capillaries release some blood Contraction strength = usually weak; not getting stronger with time Tightening or pulling sensation at the top of the uterus Uterus lowers & moves into an anterior position Contractions irregular; not occurring closely together Contraction discomfort = usually felt in the front of abdomen only Cervix changes to a shortened, thinned segment Contraction discomfort = starts in the back and radiates to abdomen Contraction strength = stronger with time; vaginal pressure present Sudden gush or steady leakage of fluids Contractions 4-6 mins apart; lasting 30-60 seconds Increased energy level reported by some women