The attending nurse tells an expectant mother that her contractions are approximately 5 minutes apart. Which hormone is in a high enough concentration in the mother to cause the uterus to begin periodic contractions?
A. androgen
B. progesterone
C. oxytocin
D. estrogen
Answer: C
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