Scenario: A client in labor is receiving an epidural for pai…
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Scenаriо: A client in lаbоr is receiving аn epidural fоr pain management. Shortly after the epidural is placed and anesthesia gives the client the test dose the client becomes lightheaded and dizzy and states, "I feel faint". Actions to take Most likely complication Parameters to Monitor Apply Oxygen Spinal headache Monitor fetal heart tones Administer IV fluid bolus Hypotension Monitor vital signs Administer Nifedipine PO Epidural site infection Monitor white blood cell count Administer antibiotics Fluid embolism Monitor respiratory status Identify the most likely complication that is occurring. __________________________. Identify 2 actions to take ________________________________________. Identify 2 interventions to monitor __________________________________.