A woman who is experiencing premature labor is being given betamethasone (Celestone). She asks the nurse why this drug is being given. The nurse will explain that betamethasone is given for which reason?

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Betamethasone is a corticosteroid that is given to promote fetal lung maturation and prevent respiratory distress syndrome in premature infants. It does not lower blood pressure, prevent closure of the ductus arteriosus, or stop contractions.

A Woman Who Is Experiencing Premature Labor Is Being Given