A postpartum client is receiving intravenous oxytocin (Pitocin) after birth. Why will this medication be used for this client after the birth of her child?
A) Will prevent lactation for a woman who is bottle feeding her newborn
B) Decreases the postpartum cramping
C) Helps treat nausea
D) Stimulates the contraction of the uterus and prevents bleeding
D
Feedback:
Oxytocin (Pitocin) is released from the pituitary gland and stimulates contraction of pregnant uterus and release of breast milk after childbirth. It will not prevent lactation or help treat nausea. It will increase lactation.
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