A client is in preterm labor. Which medication does the nurse anticipate will be prescribed to slow uterine contractions?
1. Oxytocin (Pitocin)
2. Dinoprostone (Cervidil)
3. Nifedipine (Procardia)
4. Misoprostol (Cytotec)
Correct Answer: 3
Rationale 1: Oxytocin (Pitocin) is a uterine stimulant.
Rationale 2: Dinoprostone (Cervidil) is a uterine stimulant.
Rationale 3: Nifedipine (Procardia) is used to slow uterine contractions.
Rationale 4: Misoprostol (Cytotec) is a uterine stimulant.
Global Rationale: Nifedipine (Procardia) is used to slow uterine contractions. Oxytocin (Pitocin), dinoprostone (Cervil), and misoprostol (Cytotec) are uterine stimulants.
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