A cesarean section is ordered. Because the client is to receive general anesthesia, the primary danger with which the nurse is concerned is:
1. Fetal depression.
2. Vomiting.
3. Maternal depression.
4. Uterine relaxation.
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Rationale:
1. A primary danger of general anesthesia is fetal depression. The depression in the fetus is directly proportional to the depth and duration of the anesthesia.
2. A primary danger of general anesthesia is fetal depression.
3. A primary danger of general anesthesia is fetal depression.
4. A primary danger of general anesthesia is fetal depression.
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