After administration of an epidural anesthetic to a client in active labor, it is most important to assess the mother immediately for which of the following?
1. Hypotension
2. Headache
3. Urinary retention
4. Bradycardia
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Explanation: 1. The most common complication of an epidural is maternal hypotension.
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When taking the history of a child hospitalized with Reye syndrome, the nurse should not be surprised if a week ago the child had recovered from what?
a. Measles b. Influenza c. Meningitis d. Hepatitis
Which of the following phrases could be used by a nurse to characterize the present health care delivery system in the United States? (Select all that apply.)
a. Responds to illness b. Is oriented to promote wellness c. Provides for universal access d. Depends on national health insurance e. Is fragmented and confusing f. Is unsafe
A patient diagnosed with depression tells a nurse, "If I hadn't been admitted, I would have carried out my plan and everyone would have been better off without me.". The nurse responds:
a. "It's frustrating when plans are interrupted.". b. "Things can still turn out all right for you while you're here.". c. "What specifically did you plan to do before you were admitted?" d. "I know you're feeling bad now but if you talk, things will be better.".