Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding Research on Doulas

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true regarding research on doulas?

• A)Researchers have found positive effects when a doula is present at the birth of a child.
• B)Compared with physicians,doulas generally spend less time with each patient.
• C)Doula-supported mothers show increased signs of depression in the postpartum period.
• D)Research has shown a negligible correlation between doulas and childbirth outcomes.

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Nephridium

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