NCLEX-RN
NCLEX RN Maternity Questions Questions
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Question 1 of 5
A primigravid client at 39 weeks' gestation is admitted to the hospital for induction of labor. The physician has ordered prostaglandin E2 gel (Dinoprostone) for the client. Before administering prostaglandin E2 gel to the client, which of the following should the nurse do first?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Prostaglandin E2 gel stimulates contractions, so assessing baseline contraction frequency ensures it is safe to administer (e.g., no hyperstimulation). Membrane status and positioning are secondary, and amniotomy is not required.
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