NCLEX-RN · Question #225
The physician is preparing to induce labor on a 40-week multigravida. The nurse should anticipate the administration of:
The correct answer is A. Oxytocin (Pitocin). (A) Oxytocin is a hormone secreted by the neurohypophysis during suckling and parturition that produces strong uterine contractions. (B) Progesterone has a quiescence effect on the uterus. (C) Vasopressin is an antidiuretic hormone that promotes water reabsorption by the renal…
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The physician is preparing to induce labor on a 40-week multigravida. The nurse should anticipate the administration of:
Options
- AOxytocin (Pitocin)
- BProgesterone
- CVasopressin (Pitressin)
- DErgonovine maleate
How the community answered
(30 responses)- A87% (26)
- B7% (2)
- C3% (1)
- D3% (1)
Explanation
(A) Oxytocin is a hormone secreted by the neurohypophysis during suckling and parturition that produces strong uterine contractions. (B) Progesterone has a quiescence effect on the uterus. (C) Vasopressin is an antidiuretic hormone that promotes water reabsorption by the renal tubules. (D) Ergonovine produces dystocia as a result of sustained uterine contractions.
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