Should the cord be clamped and cut before administration of oxytocin? April 23, 2025 Ask Mac – Questions List › Category: Emergency Childbirth › Should the cord be clamped and cut before administration of oxytocin? 0 Vote Up Vote Down asked 2 weeks ago Assuming the mother does not require resuscitation. 1 Answers 0 Vote Up Vote Down answered 1 week ago Thank you for your question. The timing of oxytocin prior to or after cord clamping is not crucial. In order to minimize cognitive load, I would suggest delivery of the baby with cord clamping and cutting prior to oxytocin administration. Please login or Register to submit your answer Username or Email Address Password Remember Me Category Like Tweet +1 Pin it
