A nurse is checking the postpartum orders. The doctor has prescribed bed rest for 6-12 hours. The nurse knows this is an appropriate order if the patient had which type of anesthesia?

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Patients who receive spinal or epidural anesthesia require a period of bed rest after delivery to allow the effects of the anesthesia to wear off, as movement too soon can lead to dizziness, headaches, and an increased risk of falls. Bed rest is not typically required for patients who receive pudendal or general anesthesia.

A Nurse Is Checking the Postpartum Orders