The Nurse Is Caring for a Laboring Patient Who Develops

question 12

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a laboring patient who develops a fever after she has had her epidural initiated.What actions by the nurse are appropriate? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Palpate the woman's bladder distention.
• B) Assess the woman's blood pressure.
• C) Observe the woman for shivering.
• D) Check the skin for color and warmth.
• E) Prepare to assist with a blood patch.

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