Only demonstrable effacement and dilation of the cervix truly define labor

Women with continuous labor support are more likely to have a SVD, use less pain medication, have slightly shorter labors, and are more satisfied with their birth experience than women who do not receive this support. 

____________ is the period where there is an increase in the rate of dilation. In multips, this commonly occurs after 6cm.

A patient presents complaining of left eye discharge and eyes that were matted shut this morning. The patient denies changes in visual acuity, but states that he is afraid to put his contacts in. On physical examination you note erythematous conjunctivae and mucopurulent discharge of the left eye. The cornea is clear. Which of the following topical agents is the treatment of choice in this patient?

A 25-year-old male patient presents with severe pain in the left ear with occasional foul-smelling discharge. The left cheek is swollen. The pain worsens while eating. On examination, he is febrile and has a tender swelling behind the ear. Hearing tests reveal a conductive type of deafness. What is the pathogenesis behind this condition?

What is the common name for dried plums?

A 35-year-old male construction worker presents to the ER after a work-related crush injury (run over) to the lower left leg. He initially tried to walk the injury off, but he could not bear weight without pain. While being transported to the ER via ambulance, the leg began to swell and he started to lose feeling in his left foot. In the trauma room, he is reporting severe pain in the left lower leg with extreme swelling. On exam, the left lower extremity is intact with no open wounds. It is swollen and painful on palpation. Dorsalis pedis pulse is not palpable on the left. What is the most appropriate clinical intervention for this patient?

A 34-year-old man presented the ED after a motor vehicle collision 1 day ago. The patient had a left tibial fracture, which was repaired by orthopedics. Today, the patient began to experience severe calf pain. On physical exam, the patient has a palpable DP pulse, normal capillary refill, and decreased sensation between the first and second toes. What is the best test to make the suspected diagnosis?

A 45-year-old male presents to the office with a complaint of dizziness and vertigo that occurs suddenly when he rolls out of bed in the morning. He denies previous illness or any medical problems. On physical exam you note the presence of lateral nystagmus after a few second latency period. What is your recommendation for this patient?

A 15-year-old male patient presents with pain and swelling of the left eye and the surrounding area for 3 days. He has trouble opening his eyes and has double vision. He gives a history of recurrent sinusitis, with the most recent episode 2 weeks ago. He had a sore throat 4 days ago. Oral temperature 102°F. Orbital exam reveals edema, tenderness, and conjunctival chemosis, with cellulitis of the area around the eye. What is the pathology behind this condition?