What Is Known About the Effects of Cesarean Delivery on Mothers

question 105

Multiple Choice

What is known about the effects of cesarean delivery on mothers?

• A) Mothers who had a cesarean delivery are less satisfied with their childbirth experiences.
• B) The experience of a cesarean delivery is associated with lower confidence in one's ability to parent.
• C) The experience of a cesarean delivery increases anxiety and stress at home.
• D) Mothers who had a cesarean delivery have less positive interactions with their babies at 4 and 12 months of age.

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Definitions:

Human Nature

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Group Standard

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Cognitive Dissonance Theory

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Role-Playing Theory

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