ATI OB STUDY GUIDE Q&A GRADED A+

A nurse is caring for a client who is to receive oxytocin to augment her labor. Which of the following findings contraindicates the initiation of the oxytocin infusion and should be reported to the provider? Late decelerations Moderate variability of the FHR Cessation of uterine dilation Prolonged active phase of labor - CORRECT ANS ANS: Late decelerations - indicative of uteroplacental insufficiency. Therefore, this is a contraindication for the administration of oxytocin and should be reported to the provider. Moderate variability of the FHR - an expected assessment finding associated with normal fetal acid-base balance. It is not a contraindication to the administration of oxytocin. Cessation of uterine dilation - an indication for the initiation of an oxytocin infusion to augment the client's labor progression. Prolonged active phase of labor