Two Hours After an Epidural Infusion Has Begun, a Client

question 5

Multiple Choice

Two hours after an epidural infusion has begun, a client complains of itching on her face and neck. What should the nurse do?

• A) Remove the epidural catheter and apply a Band-Aid to the injection site.
• B) Offer the client a cool cloth and let her know the itching is temporary.
• C) Recognize that this is a common side effect, and follow protocol for administration of Benadryl.
• D) Call the anesthesia care provider to re-dose the epidural catheter.

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