Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 73%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A client with severe preeclampsia receiving magnesium sulfateWhich compound would the nurse have readily available for a client who is receiving magnesium sulfate to treat severe preeclampsia?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Calcium gluconate reverses magnesium toxicity (e.g., respiratory depression), a risk with magnesium sulfate used for preeclampsia. Ferrous sulfate treats anemia, potassium chloride corrects hypokalemia, and calcium carbonate is an antacid, none addressing toxicity.