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Practice Question

A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving magnesium sulfate to treat pre-eclampsia. Which of the following findings should the nurse report to the provider?

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Correct Answer:

Urinary output 40 mL in 2 hr

Rationale:

Oliguria is a sign of magnesium toxicity (normal is >30 mL/hr).

✅ Low output means magnesium is not being excreted, increasing serum levels.

✅ Retained magnesium can lead to respiratory depression or cardiac issues.

✅ Continuous monitoring of urine output is essential during magnesium therapy.

✅ Nurse must alert provider to prevent serious toxicity events.

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This question is from Custom RN Maternity Quiz 1~Taylor College FL ADN(Summer-2025) which contains 65 questions.

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  • Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
  • Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
  • Domain: RN Custom Exam(s)
  • Answer Choices: 4
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