The nurse is caring for a client experiencing labor.Which type of anesthesia is MOST likely to be used?
A)epidural or spinal block
B)general anesthesia
C)local anesthesia
D)nerve block

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In an epidural block,a local anesthetic is injected into the epidural space to simultaneously anesthetize a number of spinal nerves.In a spinal block (subarachnoid block),a local anesthetic is injected into the cerebrospinal fluid.Epidural and spinal blocks are used to anesthetize a large area of the body,such as the abdomen,pelvis,perineum,or lower extremities.Epidural anesthesia can be used for surgical procedures,during labor,and for postoperative pain relief.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Experiencing Labor