Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 73%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A client in labor who has had epidural anesthesiaA nurse is assessing a client in labor who has had epidural anesthesia for pain relief. Which of the following findings should the nurse identify as a complication from the epidural block?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Hypotension is a common epidural complication due to vasodilation and reduced peripheral resistance, potentially affecting maternal and fetal perfusion.