Keesha is very keen on staying alert and conscious throughout the delivery process, but she is experiencing a lot of pain in her upper back and neck during her labor. Her doctor suggests that the best option for her would be to receive a(n) ________ to relieve her pain and retain awareness throughout the delivery.

A. epidural block
B. analgesic
C. oral anesthetic
D. oxytocic medication


Answer: B

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Tim's parents have taken him to an endocrinologist to determine if a malfunction of one of his endocrine glands is responsible for his protruding eyes, irritability, and wild stare. Which endocrine gland will be the focus of diagnostic testing?

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Name the five psychosexual stages identified by Freud

What will be an ideal response?

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a. significant distress or impairment in functioning b. a threat to one's health c. a deviation from the norm d. a loss of income

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