A nurse is preparing to administer oxytocin to a client who is postpartum. Which of the following findings is an indication for the administration of the medication? (Select all that apply.)

Choice A Reason:

"You can miss your period for several other reasons. Describe your typical menstrual cycle." This response acknowledges that a missed period can result from various factors other than pregnancy, such as stress, changes in weight, hormonal fluctuations, or certain medical conditions. Understanding the client's typical menstrual cycle can help the nurse gather more information about potential reasons for the late period.

Choice B Reason:

"If you have been sexually active and haven't used protection, it is likely that you are pregnant. “This response assumes pregnancy without exploring other possibilities or the client's individual situation.

Choice C Reason:

"Let's check to see if you have any other signs of pregnancy. Have you noticed any abdominal enlargement yet?" While considering other signs of pregnancy is reasonable, focusing on abdominal enlargement may not be the most accurate early indicator, and it's essential to explore a broader range of symptoms.

Choice D Reason:

"Because you have missed your period, you should try taking a home pregnancy test before you start worrying. "While suggesting a home pregnancy test is reasonable, it may be more beneficial to gather additional information about the client's menstrual cycle and potential symptoms before jumping directly to a test.

Nägele's rule is a method used to estimate the expected date of delivery (EDD) for a pregnant woman. To use Nägele's rule, you start with the first day of the last menstrual period (LMP), add one year, subtract three months, and add seven days.

In this case:

LMP: November 27th

Add one year: November 27th of the following year

Subtract three months: August 27th

Add seven days: September 3rd

Therefore, according to Nägele's rule, the expected date of birth is September 3rd