The nurse is caring for a patient who is currently receiving oxytocin (Pitocin). What will the nurse anticipate as an expected outcome of this medication?

A. Oxytocin is primarily used to induce or augment labor in full-term clients, making this the correct statement regarding its expected outcome. B. Oxytocin is not used to prevent contractions; it is used to stimulate them, especially during labor. C. Oxytocin is not a contraceptive; it does not prevent pregnancy but is used in labor management. D. Oxytocin does not influence egg production; it primarily affects uterine contractions and milk ejection in breastfeeding.