Which of the Following Is a Trend Gaining Popularity in the Use

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a trend gaining popularity in the use of medication for childbirth in the United States?

• A)There is a complete avoidance of any medication during childbirth,as it is considered harmful for the baby and the mother.
• B)General anesthesia is increasingly used to provide a pain-free childbirth.
• C)There is moderate use of medication combined with techniques of natural or prepared childbirth.
• D)Narcotics,tranquilizers,and epidural blocks are increasingly used for women in labor,as they are medically safe in high doses.

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