Author Question: The rate of infusion of oxytocin (Pitocin) should be decreased when: a. blood pressure drops ... (Read 43 times)

jake · **on:** Jul 24, 2018

The rate of infusion of oxytocin (Pitocin) should be decreased when:

a. blood pressure drops quickly.
b. depression of fetal heart tones occurs.
c. the uterine contractions decrease in frequency.
d. the uterine contractions decrease in force.

Question 2

The nurse understands the most common use for methylergonovine maleate and ergonovine maleate is:

a. induction of labor.
b. maintenance of contractions during labor.
c. prevention of premature labor.
d. contraction of the uterus following delivery.

Sierray · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 24, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Feedback
A Incorrect: It should be decreased if the BP rises quickly.
B Correct: This indicates a need to decrease oxytocin rate.
C Incorrect: It should be decreased if the contractions become too frequent.
D Incorrect: It should be decreased if the contractions become too forceful.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D

Feedback
A Incorrect: This is not a use for these agents.
B Incorrect: This is not a use for these agents.
C Incorrect: This is not a use for these agents.
D Correct: These agents are used primarily to prevent excessive postpartum bleeding.