Prepidil (Prostaglandin Gel)has Been Ordered for a Pregnant Woman at 43

question 27

Multiple Choice

Prepidil (prostaglandin gel) has been ordered for a pregnant woman at 43 weeks of gestation.The nurse recognizes that this medication will be administered to:

• A) enhance uteroplacental perfusion in an aging placenta.
• B) increase amniotic fluid volume.
• C) ripen the cervix in preparation for labor induction.
• D) stimulate the amniotic membranes to rupture.

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