Which medications could potentially cause hyperstimulation of the uterus during labor? (Select all that apply.)
a. Oxytocin (Pitocin)
b. Misoprostol (Cytotec)
c. Dinoprostone (Cervidil)
d. Methylergonovine maleate (Methergine)
ANS: A, B, C, D
Oxytocin, misoprostol, and dinoprostone fall under the general category of uterine stimulants. Cytotec and Cervidil are prostaglandins. Methergine is an ergot alkaloid.
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