The "Water Cure," a System of Cold Baths and Loose

question 24

Multiple Choice

The "water cure," a system of cold baths and loose clothing,was offered as comfort to women who

• A) had been sexually abused.
• B) were infertile.
• C) were worn out from too many pregnancies.
• D) were alcoholics.

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