Summary
Summary ( 15 Questions)
A nurse is caring for a client who is in labor and has received nitrous oxide for pain relief.
Which of the following are potential adverse effects of this method? (Select all that apply.).
Dizziness are potential adverse effects of nitrous oxide for pain relief during labor.
nitrous oxide does not cause hypertension. In fact, it can lower blood pressure slightly.
nitrous oxide does not cause dry mouth. It can cause increased salivation and a metallic taste in the mouth.
nitrous oxide does not cause tachycardia. It can cause mild bradycardia or no change in heart rate.
headache is potential adverse effects of nitrous oxide for pain relief during labor.
Dizziness and headache are potential adverse effects of nitrous oxide for pain relief during labor. Nitrous oxide can also cause nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, reduced awareness, and mask phobia.