A Woman in Labor Has Just Received an Epidural Block

question 11

Multiple Choice

A woman in labor has just received an epidural block. The most important nursing intervention is to:

• A) Limit parenteral fluids.
• B) Monitor the fetus for possible tachycardia.
• C) Monitor the maternal blood pressure for possible hypotension.
• D) Monitor the maternal pulse for possible bradycardia.

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Number Of Different Activities

The total count of distinct tasks or actions taken within a given process or project.

Gender Differences

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