Which of the Following Is TRUE About the Use of Anesthesia

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is TRUE about the use of anesthesia during delivery in the United States?

• A) All women are required to use some form of anesthesia
• B) The most common anesthetic used is Valium
• C) Anesthetics are hardly ever used during delivery
• D) Some anesthesia is used in most U.S.deliveries

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