What is an advantage of administering a "walking epidural" or "dual spinal-epidural" during childbirth?

A. The procedure uses small needles and continuous doses of anesthetic.
B. It permits the woman to lay prone during labor, which stimulates faster delivery.
C. It encourages women to move around less during labor.
D. The procedure costs less to administer than other types of medication.


Answer: A

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