An Injection of Novocain into the Area Around the Cervix

question 13

Multiple Choice

An injection of Novocain into the area around the cervix during childbirth is known as:

• A) the epidural block.
• B) a paracervical anesthesia.
• C) general anesthesia.
• D) meprobamate.

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