An Epidural Block Is Ordered for a Primipara Client in Labor

question 8

Multiple Choice

An epidural block is ordered for a primipara client in labor. The nurse anticipates that this epidural block will be given when the cervix is dilated at _____ centimeters.

• A) 2 to 3
• B) 3 to 4
• C) 4 to 5
• D) 5 to 6

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