A Client in Labor Is Administered with an Anesthetic Through

Multiple Choice

A client in labor is administered with an anesthetic through the spinal subarachnoid space. Which of the following actions by the nurse is the least appropriate when managing the client?

A) The nurse midwife maintains the client flat on bed for 8 to 12 hours.
B) Inform the client that headaches may occur.
C) Monitor the client for hypertension.
D) Administer IV fluids.