In transition, contractions may be ___ long and occur every ___.

In transition, contractions may be ___ long and occur every ___.

• A. 60 seconds - 90 seconds every 1-2 minutes
• B. 90 seconds - 2-3 minutes
• C. 30-60 seconds every 3-4 minutes
• D. 2-3 minutes every 5-6 minutes

Answer: (B)

During transition the pattern of contractions changes to be both long and frequent. They typically last about 90 seconds and come every 2 to 3 minutes, reflecting the body’s push toward full dilation. This is the peak intensity of labor, with strong sensations and little rest between contractions, often accompanied by signs like nausea, shaking, or a strong urge to push. The other patterns don’t fit transition: shorter contractions or longer gaps imply an earlier phase, while very long intervals aren’t consistent with the rapid progression toward pushing.

During transition the pattern of contractions changes to be both long and frequent. They typically last about 90 seconds and come every 2 to 3 minutes, reflecting the body’s push toward full dilation. This is the peak intensity of labor, with strong sensations and little rest between contractions, often accompanied by signs like nausea, shaking, or a strong urge to push. The other patterns don’t fit transition: shorter contractions or longer gaps imply an earlier phase, while very long intervals aren’t consistent with the rapid progression toward pushing.