Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 74%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A client with severe preeclampsia receiving magnesium sulfate IV at 2 g/hrA nurse is caring for a client who has severe preeclampsia and is receiving magnesium sulfate IV at 2 g/hr. Which of the following findings indicates that it is safe for the nurse to continue the infusion?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
A respiratory rate of 16/min indicates no respiratory depression, suggesting it is safe to continue magnesium sulfate, unlike signs of toxicity like low urine output or diminished reflexes.