The priority nursing care associated with an oxytocin (Pitocin)infusion is:
A) measuring urinary output.
B) increasing infusion rate every 30 minutes.
C) monitoring uterine response.
D) evaluating cervical dilation.

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Because of the risk of hyperstimulation,which could result in decreased placental perfusion and uterine rupture,the nurse's priority intervention is monitoring uterine response.Monitoring urinary output is also important; however,it is not the top priority during the administration of Pitocin.The infusion rate may be increased after proper assessment that it is an appropriate interval to do so.Monitoring labor progression is the standard of care for all labor patients.

The Priority Nursing Care Associated with an Oxytocin (Pitocin)infusion Is