A client dilated to 5 c m has just received an epidural for pain. She complains of feeling lightheaded and dizzy within 10 minutes after the procedure. Her blood pressure was 120/80 before the procedure and is now 80/52. In addition to the bolus of fluids she has been given, which medication is preferred to increase her B P?

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Ephedrine is the preferred medication to increase blood pressure in this scenario because it is a vasopressor that can effectively treat hypotension, especially that associated with epidural anesthesia.

A Client Dilated to 5 C M Has Just Received