Pharmacological and Parenteral TherapiesQuestion 1157 of 2368
Which medication is the first-line uterotonic given right after birth to reduce maternal blood loss?
- Oxytocin
- Misoprostol
- Methylergonovine
- Carboprost
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Correct answer: Oxytocin
Oxytocin is the usual first choice. The others are used when more uterotonics are needed to treat hemorrhage.
Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Labor & Delivery Care: ADMINISTERING UTEROTONICS. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026