The cervix of a laboring client is not adequately ripening to support the pending delivery of the fetus. Which medications should the nurse prepare to administer to this client?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Dinoprostone (Cervidil)
2. Misoprostol (Cytotec)
3. Methylergonovine (Methergine)
4. Oxytocin (Pitocin)
5. Medroxyprogesterone (Provera)
Correct Answer: 1,2
Rationale 1: This medication is used to promote cervical ripening.
Rationale 2: This medication is used off-label to promote cervical ripening.
Rationale 3: This medication does not promote cervical ripening.
Rationale 4: This medication is not used to promote cervical ripening.
Rationale 5: This medication is not used to promote cervical ripening.
Global Rationale: Cervidil and Cytotec can be used to promote cervical ripening. The remaining drugs do not have that indication.
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