A nursing faculty member is explaining potential complications from epidural anesthesia to a class of nursing students. Which information does the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
A.
Bizarre behavior
B.
Increased need for oxytocin (Pitocin)
C.
Lengthened duration of labor
D.
Shiver response
E.
Urinary incontinence
ANS: A, B, C, D
Potential complications from epidural anesthesia include bizarre behavior (if the medication is injected into the circulation), increased length of labor, increased need for oxytocin, and shi
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