A nurse is caring for a woman who has an order for a high-dose oxytocin (Pitocin) regimen to stimulate uterine contractions.Which of the following actions are appropriate for the nurse to take? (Select all that apply.)
A) Assess frequently for uterine tachysystole.
B) Increase the infusion every 30 minutes as needed.
C) Place to woman prone to prevent dizziness.
D) Start the infusion at 2 mU/minute.
E) Use an electronic infusion device.
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