What is the appropriate indication for use of ritodrine (Yutopar)?
a. Management of postpartum hemorrhage
b. Induction of labor
c. Management of preterm labor
d. Ripening of the cervix
ANS: C
Ritodrine is the only drug approved for tocolytic use by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
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How much medication will the nurse prepare to administer the cor-rect dose? (Enter the answer in the space provided.)