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Weak and irregular uterine contractions that can occur at any time throughout the pregnancy and do not result in delivery of the fetus are called?

Minimal contractions
Intermittent contractions
Braxton-Hicks contractions
Episodic uterine contractions

Explanation

Answer: C - Braxton-Hicks contractions are intermittent weak uterine contractions that do not result in delivery of the fetus. These are a normal finding in many pregnancies though they can be confused for labor.

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