The Client Is Being Induced in Response to Worsening Preeclampsia

question 16

Multiple Choice

The client is being induced in response to worsening preeclampsia.She is also receiving magnesium sulfate.It appears that her labor has not become active,despite several hours of oxytocin administration.She asks the nurse,"Why is this taking so long?" What is the nurse's most appropriate response?

• A) "The magnesium is relaxing your uterus and competing with the oxytocin. It may increase the duration of your labor."
• B) "I don't know why it is taking so long."
• C) "The length of labor varies for different women."
• D) "Your baby is just being stubborn."

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