A woman in labor is administered with methylergonovine (Methergine) IV. The occurrence of which adverse side effect necessitates immediate intervention?
A)Headache
B)Hypotension
C)Hypertension
D)Tachycardia

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Methylergonovine, a uterotonic, is administered during labor to prevent or control postpartum hemorrhage. Severe hypertensive episodes, nausea, vomiting, and bradycardia are potential adverse reactions.

A Woman in Labor Is Administered with Methylergonovine (Methergine) IV