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    An Incision Is Sometimes Made During Labor to Extend the Length
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An Incision Is Sometimes Made During Labor to Extend the Length

Question 3

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An incision is sometimes made during labor to extend the length of the vaginal opening and prevent tearing of the vaginal wall. This is called a(an)


A) epidural.
B) episiotomy.
C) effacement.
D) engagement.
E) dilation.

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