Mock NCLEX RN Exam Practice Question
Which medication does the nurse expect to be ordered for the postpartal patient with bleeding uncontrolled by Pitocin (oxytocin)?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Methergine is used to treat postpartum hemorrhage unresponsive to Pitocin by promoting uterine contractions. Aquamephyton is for clotting, Amicar is for fibrinolysis, and Celestone is a corticosteroid, none of which address uterine bleeding.
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