A patient is receiving epidural analgesics.What should the nurse monitor closely in this patient?
A) Temperature elevation from 98° to 99.2°F (36.6° to 37.3°C)
B) Increase in pulse rate from 88 to 99
C) Decrease in respirations from 16 to 14
D) Decrease in blood pressure from 120/80 to 110/68
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