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newbem

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During childbirth, Jennifer received pain medication that involved the insertion of a small tube near the base of her spine and into the fluid that surrounded her spinal cord. Doctors refer to this method as a(an) _____.
 
  a. canula
  b. sedative
  c. anesthesia
  d. epidural

Question 2

All of the following are true about what occurs during and immediately after stage three labor except for which?
 
  a. The placenta is expelled from the uterus with the umbilical cord attached.
  b. Doctors inspect the umbilical cord for serious abnormalities.
  c. The umbilical cord is cut from the newborn.
  d. Placentas that do not appear normal or are not intact are sent for further pathological examination.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: D

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C



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