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ts19998

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A nurse prepares to administer oxytocin (Pitocin) intramuscularly during the third stage of labor for which of the following reasons? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Production of uterine contractions
  B) Stimulation of milk ejection
  C) Control of postpartum bleeding
  D) Initiation of labor
  E) Control of postpartum hemorrhage

Question 2

When explaining the action of oxytocin to a client, the nurse integrates knowledge of which of the following about the drug? Select all that apply.
 
  A) Secretion by the anterior pituitary gland
  B) Uterine-stimulating properties
  C) Diuretic effects
  D) Vasopressor effects
  E) Stimulation of milk ejection


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Christopher

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Ans: A, C, E
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Oxytocin (Pitocin) may be given intramuscularly during the third stage of labor to produce uterine contractions and control postpartum bleeding and hemorrhage.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B, D, E
Feedback:
Oxytocin is a hormone secreted by the posterior pituitary gland that has uterine-stimulating properties, exerts antidiuretic and vasopressor effects, and stimulates milk ejection.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Gracias!

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