Before beginning an IV infusion of oxytocin (Pitocin) to induce labor, the nurse obtains an obstetric history that includes which of the following? Select all that apply
A) Parity
B) Stillbirths
C) Abortions
D) Previous obstetric problems
E) Type of labor
Ans: A, B, C, D, E
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Before beginning an IV infusion of oxytocin (Pitocin) to induce labor, the nurse obtains an obstetric history that includes parity, gravidity, previous obstetric problems, type of labor, stillbirths, abortions, and live-birth infant abnormalities.
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