Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 68%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Client in labor with epidural anesthesiaA nurse is caring for a client who is in labor and has an epidural for pain control. Which of the following clinical manifestations is an adverse effect of epidural anesthesia?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Pruritus is a common epidural side effect due to histamine release from anesthetics, unlike polyuria, hypertension, or dry mouth.