Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 80%
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A medication error has occurred, and the client has received double the ordered dosage of magnesium sulfate. The nurse anticipates the physician will order what medication STAT?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Magnesium sulfate overdose causes hypermagnesemia, treated with calcium gluconate to counteract toxicity (e.g., respiratory depression, hypotension).