What Is Taught in a Class on the Lamaze Method

question 186

Multiple Choice

What is taught in a class on the Lamaze method?

• A) The expectant father is taught how to deliver the baby, should it become necessary.
• B) The expectant mother is taught which pain medications to ask for during delivery.
• C) The expectant mother is taught self-hypnosis, so she will experience no pain during delivery.
• D) The expectant mother is taught the use of breathing and relaxation techniques during contractions.

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Definitions:

Peterson and Peterson

Researchers known for their work on the duration of short-term memory, especially the experiment demonstrating rapid forgetting without rehearsal.

Rehearsal

A practice session in preparation for a public performance (as of a play or speech) or procedure.

Chunking

Chunking is a process of breaking down larger pieces of information into more manageable, smaller units, making it easier to remember and process.

Short-Term Memory Capacity

The amount of information that can be held in the mind for a brief period of time, typically seconds to minutes.