What Was a Major Problem with the General Anesthetics Used

question 35

Multiple Choice

What was a major problem with the general anesthetics used for births in the early 20^th century?

• A) induction of high blood pressure in the mothers
• B) hyperactivity in the newborns
• C) increased risk of hemorrhaging during the third stage of labor
• D) longer recovery times for the mothers

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