Which are common side effects of epidural anesthesia? Select all that apply
1. Elevated maternal temperature
2. Urinary retention
3. Nausea
4. Long-term back pain
Correct
1; 2; 3
Rationale:
1. Elevated maternal temperature is a potential side effect of epidural anesthesia.
2. Urinary retention is a potential side effect of epidural anesthesia.
3. Nausea is a potential side effect of epidural anesthesia.
4. Long-term back pain should not be the result of an epidural.
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