Posted: December 22nd, 2017

A client with preeclampsia has been receiving an infusion containing magnesium sulfate for a blood pressure that is 160/80; deep tendon reflexes are 1 plus, and the urinary output for the past hour is 100mL. The nurse should:

A client with preeclampsia has been receiving an infusion containing
magnesium sulfate for a blood pressure that is 160/80; deep
tendon reflexes are 1 plus, and the urinary output for the past
hour is 100mL. The nurse should:
❍ A. Continue the infusion of magnesium sulfate while
monitoring the client’s blood pressure.
❍ B. Stop the infusion of magnesium sulfate and contact
the physician.
❍ C. Slow the infusion rate and turn the client on her left
side.
❍ D. Administer calcium gluconate IV push and continue to
monitor the blood pressure.