Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 71%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is assessing a client who is receiving magnesium sulfate to treat pre-eclampsia.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?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Urinary output of 40 mL in 2 hr is below the expected amount and indicates renal impairment, a potential sign of magnesium toxicity or worsening pre-eclampsia, which should be reported to the provider.