Question

1. identify and describe the three steps of childbirth

Explanation:

• Dilation of the cervix: Uterine contractions cause the cervix to dilate (open) to about 10 cm. This allows the baby to pass through the birth canal.
• Expulsion of the fetus: Stronger and more frequent contractions push the baby out of the uterus, through the cervix, and out of the body.
• Delivery of the placenta: After the baby is born, milder contractions expel the placenta (afterbirth) from the uterus.

Answer:

The three steps of childbirth are dilation of the cervix (cervix opens to 10 cm due to uterine contractions), expulsion of the fetus (strong contractions push baby out), and delivery of the placenta (milder contractions expel placenta after baby is born).