Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 81%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A woman calling labor and delivery unit stating she is in laborA woman calls the labor and delivery unit stating she is in labor. What questions would you ask her to determine if she is in true labor? (Select all that apply.)
Correct answer
A,C,E
Rationale
True labor is characterized by bloody show (cervical dilation), persistent contractions despite activity changes, and increasing frequency/intensity of contractions. Fever/chills and decreased fetal movement require evaluation but do not confirm true labor.