The nurse is caring for a client receiving oxytocin for induction of labor and notes that the client's contraction pattern shows a duration of 100 seconds and a frequency of 90 seconds. Which is the nurse's next action at this time?
A. Document the contraction pattern.
B. Inform the healthcare provider that a birth is imminent.
C. Stop the oxytocin.
D. Increase the oxytocin because the contractions are not adequate.
Answer: C
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