Labor Contractions Can Be Increased by the Medical Use of a Synthetic

question 56

Multiple Choice

Labor contractions can be increased by the medical use of a synthetic drug that mimics the action of ________.

• A) testosterone
• B) luteinizing hormone
• C) oxytocin
• D) prolactin
• E) vasopressin

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Gender Norms

Societal rules and expectations regarding behaviors, attitudes, and appearances deemed appropriate for individuals based on their assigned gender at birth.

Patriarchy

Historically, any social system that was based on the authority of the heads of the household, which were traditionally male; recently, the term has come to mean male domination in general.

Social System

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Household Authority

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