Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 69%
Simulated
A client presents to the obstetrics floor at 39 weeks gestation with irregular contractions. After you get the client situated in a labor, delivery, and recovery room, you notice the client's health care provider (HCP) enter the room to evaluate the client. Following the evaluation, the HCP exits the room, and shortly thereafter, you enter. During your discussion, the client states the HCP 'went to order oxytocin.' In anticipation of that order, you understand this client's oxytocin will be administered via which route of administration?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Oxytocin for labor induction is administered via intravenous piggyback (C) using an infusion pump to allow precise titration and discontinuation if needed. Intramuscular (A) and oral (D) routes are not used for oxytocin in labor. Mainline infusion (B) is less common, as piggyback allows better control.