Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 82%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse in an antepartum unit is assisting with the care of a client who has preeclampsia and is receiving IV magnesium sulfate therapy.For which of the following adverse effects should the nurse monitor and report to the provider?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Hyporeflexia indicates magnesium toxicity, a serious adverse effect requiring immediate reporting.