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Average Score: 72%
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A client is admitted to the postpartal unit with a large amount of lochia rubra, uterine enlargement, and excessive clots. Which medication will likely be ordered for the client?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Hemabate, a prostaglandin, is used to treat postpartum hemorrhage by promoting uterine contractions to control bleeding. Fentanyl and Stadol are analgesics, and Prepidil is for labor induction, not hemorrhage.