The blood pressure of a client receiving continuous epidural anesthesia for labor has changed from 132/78 mmHg to 78/42 mmHg. What action should the nurse perform first?
A) Administer oxygen.
B) Administer ephedrine 5 to 10 mg intravenously.
C) Verify the client is positioned to promote left uterine displacement.
D) Increase the flow rate of infusion of intravenous crystalloid solution.
Correct Answer:
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