For what common side effects of epidural anesthesia should the nurse watch? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply
1. Elevated maternal temperature
2. Urinary retention
3. Nausea
4. Long-term back pain
5. Local itching
1,2,3,5
Rationale 1: Elevated maternal temperature is a potential side effect of epidural anesthesia.
Rationale 2: Urinary retention is a potential side effect of epidural anesthesia.
Rationale 3: Nausea is a potential side effect of epidural anesthesia.
Rationale 4: Long-term back pain should not result from an epidural.
Rationale 5: Local itching is a common side effect that is alleviated with Benadryl.
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