In prepared childbirth, the primary function of the relaxation and breathing techniques used is to:
a. increase the supply of oxygen to the baby during delivery
b. increase the Apgar score of the baby at the time of delivery
c. help the mother cope more effectively with the pain of delivery
d. reduce the carbon dioxide content of the mother's blood
c
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Which of the following statements about the endocrine system is FALSE?
a. Its messages stimulate only a limited number of cells at a time. b. It relays information through chemical messengers called hormones. c. It communicates its messages at a slower speed than the nervous system. d. It plays an important role in the body's response to stressful situations.
Stranger anxiety:
a. occurs more often in girls than boys. b. develops at approximately 1 year of age. c. occurs around 6-9 months of age. d. occurs in American infants but not in those of other cultures.