Question

A nurse assesses a client in labor and suspects hypotonic uterine dysfunction. Which intervention would the nurse expect to include in the plan of care for this client?encouraging the woman to assume a hands-and-knees position preparing the woman for an amniotomy administering oxytocin providing a comfortable environment with dim lighting

Answer 1

Answer: administering oxytocin

Explanation:

The hypotonic uterine dysfunction is the slowing down or complete arrest of the process of labor during child birth. This is associated with the weak and infrequent contraction of the uterus.  This results in fetal distress and rupture of the uterus. Painful and tiring labor.

The administeration of oxytocin is the correct option this is because of the fact that oxytocin is a hormone released by the pituitary gland. It is responsible for signaling the contraction of the uterine muscles during the labor.