Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 88%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A client who is receiving opioid epidural analgesia during laborWhich of the following observations should the nurse prioritize?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Hypotension (80/56 mm Hg) is a critical complication of epidural analgesia, risking maternal and fetal perfusion. Itching, fever, and weakness are less urgent.