The nurse instructs a client on the difference between true labor and false labor.

The nurse instructs a client on the difference between true labor and false labor.

The nurse explains, “In true labor:
A . Uterine contractions will weaken with walking.”
B . Uterine contractions will strengthen with walking.”
C . The cervix does not dilate.”
D . The fetus does not descend.”

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Answer: B

Explanation:

(A) Uterine contractions increase with activity.

(B) Walking will increase the strength and regularity of uterine contractions in true labor.

(C) Uterine contractions that are strong and regular facilitate cervical dilation.

(D) Regular, strong uterine contractions, as in true labor, result in fetal descent.