Keesha is experiencing a lot of pain during her labor.Which of the following medications is her doctor likely to use in order to numb Keesha's body from the waist down?
A)oxytocin
B)general anesthesia
C)epidural block
D)terbutaline

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Epidural block is a form of regional anesthesia that blocks pain signals in the lower body by injecting anesthesia medication into the space surrounding the spinal cord in the lower back. This provides pain relief during labor while allowing the person to remain awake and aware. Oxytocin is used to stimulate contractions, terbutaline is a medication used to stop preterm labor, and general anesthesia is rarely used during labor unless there is an emergency situation.

Keesha Is Experiencing a Lot of Pain During Her Labor