The nurse is caring for a postpartum woman who has chosen not to ...

[Caiter2013]

The nurse is caring for a postpartum woman who has chosen not to breastfeed her infant. She asks why she cannot use drugs to suppress lactation. Which response by the nurse is correct?
 
  a. Hormonal drugs are not as effective as complementary therapies.
  b. Hormonal drugs cause increased constipation.
  c. Hormonal drugs increase the risk of blood clots.
  d. Hormonal drugs promote uterine atony.

Question 2

The nurse is caring for a patient after the third stage of labor, and the provider orders 20 mg of oxytocin to be given intramuscularly. The nurse will explain to the patient that this drug for which purpose?
 
  a. To allow the cervix to close
  b. To enhance milk letdown
  c. To prevent uterine atony
  d. To suppress lactation

[frankwu0507]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Estrogenic drug therapy is less common than in the past because of the increased risk of thrombophlebitis. They are more effective than complementary drugs. They do not increase constipation or promote uterine atony.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
After delivery of the infant, oxytocin is given to help the uterus stay contracted and prevent uterine atony. It may be given intravenously or intramuscularly. It does not constrict the cervix. Intranasal oxytocin may be given later to enhance letdown of breast milk. Oxytocin does not suppress lactation.

[Caiter2013]

Excellent

[Sarahjh]

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