Which Statement Best Describes the Relationship Between Medicine and Pregnancy

question 112

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes the relationship between medicine and pregnancy?

• A) Medicine has made great strides in removing the pain associated with childbirth.
• B) Pregnancy and childbirth have been medicalized by society.
• C) Tobacco use during pregnancy is becoming a major social problem.
• D) The medical profession has successfully lobbied seven provincial governments to make it illegal for a pregnant woman to drink any amount of alcohol.

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Definitions:

Shortcomings

Deficiencies or weaknesses in a plan, system, or personal characteristic that prevent achieving optimal performance or results.

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Cutthroat Competitor

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