Physiological AdaptationQuestion 1158 of 2368
The provider documents a perineal tear that extends through the anal sphincter. How is this laceration classified?
- First-degree
- Third-degree
- Second-degree
- Cervical
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Correct answer: Third-degree
A tear that extends to or through the anal sphincter is third degree.
Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Labor & Delivery Care: Lacerations. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Physiological Adaptation"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026