A primigravida arrives at the observation unit of the maternity unit because she thinks she is in labor. The nurse applies the external fetal heart monitor and determines that the fetal heart rate is 140 beats/minute and contractions are occurring irregularly every 10-15 minutes. Which assessment finding confirms to the nurse that the client is not in labor at this time? A. Contractions decrease with walking. B. 2+ pitting edema in lower extremities. C. Cervical dilations is 1cm. D. Membranes are intact.

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