ATI RN
ATI Custom Maternity Exam Questions
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A client who had an epidural anesthesia block during early labor, blood pressure 80/40 mm Hg, fetal heart rate 140/min
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A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who had an epidural anesthesia block during the early stages of labor. The client's blood pressure is 80/40 mm Hg and the fetal heart recording is 140/min. Which of the following actions should the nurse take first?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Placing the client in a lateral position relieves aortocaval compression from epidural anesthesia, improving blood pressure and fetal perfusion.
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