A nurse is preparing to administer a drug that is used to prevent uterine contractions. Which drug might the nurse be preparing to administer? Select all that apply
A) Misoprostol (Cytotec)
B) Indomethacin (Indocin)
C) Terbutaline (Brethine)
D) Oxytocin (Pitocin)
E) Dinoprostone (Cervidil)
Ans: B, C
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Tocolytics, like indomethacin (Indocin) and terbutaline (Brethine), are used to prevent uterine contractions. Misoprostol and oxytocin are uterine stimulants. Dinoprostone is used to ripen the cervix.
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