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Maria has been in labor for 12 hours, and her obstetrician thinks that it is time to artificially induce birth. what hormone will the physician inject?

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The physician would inject oxytocin into Maria

If the physician gives Maria the oxytocin, it will allow Maria to lactate easier, make her feel (more) affectionate and selfless, and when it comes to labor, its main function is to bringing on contractions

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