The nurse examines a woman who has received an epidural block. The woman's cervix has been dilated at 5 cm for an hour after having shown steady progression earlier. The nurse will notify the provider and anticipate a need for:

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The lack of progression in cervical dilation after being stable for an hour may indicate uterine dysfunction and a need for augmentation of contractions with oxytocin. Cesarean section, forceps delivery, and vacuum extraction are not indicated in this scenario.

The Nurse Examines a Woman Who Has Received an Epidural