Massaging the uterine fundus, or having the infant breastfeed following birth, may slow post-partum bleeding by
A. secreting adrenalin and constricting the uterine vasculature.
B. stimulating the anterior pituitary gland to secrete estrogen.
C. relaxing the smooth muscles of the intrauterine vasculature.
D. releasing oxytocin and promoting contraction of the uterus.
Answer: C. relaxing the smooth muscles of the intrauterine vasculature.
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