NURS 242 Final Exam Study Guide: Questions & Answers: Latest Updated
What is the dosage for Pitocin (Oxytocin)? (Ans - 30 mU in 500 mls of LR resulting in an infusion rate of 1 mU/min = 1 ml/hr How is Pitocin (Oxytocin) given? (Ans – - Should always be piggybacked into main IV line - Titrate until in active labor then d/c What are 4 nursing actions when administering Pitocin (Oxytocin)? (Ans – - Closely monitor contractions - Continuous fetal monitoring - Avoid tachysystole - Assess vital signs per policy when should you stop oxytocin (Ans – hyperstimulation, fetal tachycardia, bradycardia what are two signs of hyperstimulation (Ans –
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