A woman at 42 weeks gestation is in for an appointment with the gynecologist. The woman reports inconsistent contractions on and off for three days and it is determined the cervix is not dilated at this time
The doctor informs the woman that they would like to provide dinoprostone (Prepidil). The nurse would help the woman understand this medication by stating which of the following?
A. "It is given in IV form and is designed to stimulate labor within a few minutes."
B. "It is a gel placed on the cervix to help soften it and should allow labor to start in 6 hours or less."
C. "It is a cream inserted into the vagina to help prevent cervical dilation and postpone delivery."
D. "It is an intramuscular injection given to help reduce muscle tension and stop contractions."
B
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