title: Use of prostaglandins in nurse-midwifery practice.
abstract: Prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) is known to induce structural changes in the uterine cervix that produce thinning, softening, and eventually dilatation. In this paper, three certified nurse-midwives share their clinical experiences in using prostaglandin gel as a stimulus for labor.
authors.forename: G
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Sinquefield
mesh_terms: D000282:Administration, Intravaginal; D002584:Cervix Uteri / Q000187:drug effects; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007751:Labor, Induced / Q000379:methods / Q000451:nursing*; D009721:Nurse Midwives; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D011247:Pregnancy; D011453:Prostaglandins / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000494:pharmacology / Q000627:therapeutic use*
chemical_list: D011453:Prostaglandins