Free NCLEX RN Exam Practice Question
The client is admitted with a diagnosis of preterm premature rupture of membranes (PPROM). The nurse should prepare to administer which medication?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Betamethasone is administered in PPROM (24-34 weeks) to enhance fetal lung maturity in anticipation of preterm delivery. Magnesium sulfate may be used for neuroprotection or preeclampsia and terbutaline is a tocolytic but betamethasone is the priority.
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