A Primigravida Dilated to 5 Cm Has Just Received an Epidural

question 6

Multiple Choice

A primigravida dilated to 5 cm has just received an epidural for pain.She complains of feeling lightheaded and dizzy within 10 minutes after the procedure.Her blood pressure before the procedure was 120/80 and is now 80/5 2.In addition to the bolus of fluids she has been given,which medication is preferred to use to increase her BP?

• A)Epinephrine
• B)Terbutaline
• C)Ephedrine
• D)Epifoam

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