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A nurse is planning care for a client who is receiving morphine via continuous epidural infusion. The nurse should monitor the client for which of the following adverse effects?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: The correct answer is B: Pruritus. Morphine, when administered via epidural infusion, can lead to pruritus (itching) as a common adverse effect due to its action on the central nervous system. It does not typically cause gastric bleeding (choice
A), cough (choice
C), or tachypnea (choice
D). Pruritus is a known side effect of opioids, including morphine, and is important to monitor as it can lead to discomfort and potential skin breakdown. Monitoring for pruritus allows for timely interventions to alleviate the symptom and improve patient comfort.

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