external – adj. located, seen or used on the outside or surface of something
inhumane – adj. not kind or gentle to people or animals; not humane
practice – n. something that is done often or regularly
obstetric – adj. related to the birth of children and the care of women before, during, and after they give birth to children
tear – n. a hole or opening in something (such as a piece of paper or cloth) that is made by cutting it or tearing it
labor – n. the process by which a woman gives birth to a baby
delivery – n. the act or process of giving birth
Hippocratic Oath – n. a promise by a doctor to follow ethical practices in medical care