Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 62%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
Client receiving opioid epidural analgesia during laborA nurse is caring for a client who is receiving opioid epidural analgesia during labor. Which of the following findings is the nurse's priority?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Hypotension (80/56 mm Hg) is the priority as it can reduce placental blood flow, risking fetal distress, and requires immediate intervention.