The nurse detects hypotension in a laboring patient after an epidural. Which actions should the nurse plan to implement? (Select all that apply.)

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If hypotension occurs after an epidural has been placed, techniques such as a rapid nondextrose IV fluid bolus, maternal repositioning, and oxygen administration are implemented. If those interventions are ineffective, IV ephedrine in 5- to 10-mg increments can be prescribed to promote vasoconstriction to raise the blood pressure. The patient in active labor should not be encouraged to drink fluids. In a Trendelenburg position, the body is flat, with the feet elevated. This would not be a position to use for a pregnant patient.

The Nurse Detects Hypotension in a Laboring Patient After an Epidural