Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 86%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A 32-year-old woman, 4 cm dilated, roomy pelvis, baby in ROA position at +1 station, contractions every 10 minutes, 30-40 seconds, mild intensityA 32-year-old woman is dilated 4 cm. The health care provider states that she has a roomy pelvis and the baby is in a right occiput anterior (ROA) position at +1 station. Her contractions are occurring every 10 minutes, lasting 30 to 40 seconds, and palpate mild in intensity. She is calm and relaxed. Given these data, which essential component of labor is unexpected and likely to slow the progress of labor at this time?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The 'powers' (uterine contractions) are infrequent, short, and mild, which may slow labor progression. The passageway (roomy pelvis), psyche (calm), and passenger (optimal position) are favorable.