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) "Since the magnesium is competing with the oxytocin,your labor is slowed."
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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Magnesium sulfate is known to inhibit the action of oxytocin, making it less effective in inducing and stimulating labor. This can lead to a longer labor process, and the nurse should explain this to the client in a clear and understandable manner. Option B is not an appropriate response as it does not provide any helpful information. Option C is a general statement and does not address the client's specific concern. Option D is unprofessional and dismissive of the client's question.

The Client Is Being Induced in Response to Worsening Preeclampsia