Oxytocin Flashcards
1
Q
Oxytocin
Name
A
Pitocin
2
Q
Oxytocin
Class
A
Hormone
3
Q
Oxytocin
Description
A
Oxytocin is a naturally occurring hormone that causes the uterus to contract, thereby inducing labor, encouraging delivery of the placenta, and controlling postpartum hemorrhage
4
Q
Oxytocin
Indications
A
Severe postpartum hemorrhage
5
Q
Oxytocin
Contraindications
A
Hypersensitivity, prehospital administration before delivery of the infant or infants
6
Q
Oxytocin
Precautions
A
Before delivery may induce uterine rupture and fetal dysrhythmias, hypertension, intracranial bleeding, or asphyxia. Uterine tone, ECG, and vital signs should be monitored during administration
7
Q
Oxytocin
Dosage/Route
A
3-10 units IM after delivery of the placenta. 10-20 units in 1000mL of D5W or NS IV titrated to effect
