Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 75%
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
B
Rationale
Hyporeflexia is an early sign of magnesium toxicity, indicating excessive neuromuscular blockade, requiring immediate reporting.