The Obstetrical Nurse Is Administering Oxytocin for Her Client to Induce

The obstetrical nurse is administering oxytocin for her client to induce labor. Which guideline is recommended for administration of the drug?

A) For labor induction: Initial dose of 1 to 2 mU; increased 1 to 2 mU/min until an adequate labor pattern is achieved.
B) For labor augmentation: Initial dose: 1.5 to 2.0 mU; increased 1 to 2 mU/min until an adequate labor pattern is achieved.
C) For labor induction and labor augmentation: Maximum recommended dose is 25 mU/min.
D) For postpartum: 15 to 25 mU IM or IV after delivery of the placenta.