Practice Question
A nurse is caring for a client who is at 30 weeks of gestation and receiving magnesium sulfate for preeclampsia. The nurse should recognize which of the following manifestations as an adverse reaction to the medication?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Urine output 20 mL/hr
Rationale:
💧 Oliguria (<30 mL/hr) is a sign of magnesium toxicity and renal insufficiency, as magnesium is excreted via kidneys.
💧 Continued magnesium administration in this setting could lead to toxic accumulation and respiratory depression.
💧 Regular monitoring of urine output, respiratory rate, and reflexes is essential.
💧 Report immediately if output falls below 30 mL/hr.
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Answer Choices:
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Maternal & Newborn Care
- Answer Choices: 4