Question

which of the following is true about an epidural?
a. typically injected into the amniotic fluid
b. typically injected into the mother’s spine
c. can be self - administered
d. numbs the mother from the waist up
please select the best answer from the choices provided.
○ a
○ b
○ c
○ d

Explanation:

An epidural is an anesthetic administered into the epidural space (around the spinal cord, near the mother’s spine) during childbirth. Option A is incorrect (amniotic fluid injection is not epidural). Option C is incorrect (epidurals are administered by medical professionals, not self - administered). Option D is incorrect (epidurals numb from the waist down, not up). Option B correctly describes the injection site of an epidural.

Answer:

B. typically injected into the mother’s spine