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A nurse is caring for a client with preeclampsia who is being treated with IV magnesium sulfate. The client's respiratory rate is 101min and deep-tendon reflexes are absent. What action should the nurse take?

Answer Choices:

A. Prepare for an emergency cesarean birth

B. Position the client in Trendelenburg

C. Discontinue the medication infusion ✓ Correct Answer

D. Assess maternal blood glucose

Correct Answer:

Discontinue the medication infusion

Rationale:

None

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Category: RN - Nursing Exam(s)
Subcategory: General Exams
Domain: GE - MATERNAL & NEWBORN
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A nurse is caring for a client with preeclampsia who is being treated with IV magnesium sulfate. The client's respiratory rate is 101min and deep-tendon reflexes are absent. What action should the nurse take?

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A nurse is caring for a client with preeclampsia who is being treated with IV magnesium sulfate. The client's respiratory rate is 101min and deep-tendon reflexes are absent. What action should the nurse take?

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A nurse is caring for a client who is 2 days postpartum, is breastfeeding, and reports nipple soreness.Which of the following measures should the nurse suggest to reduce discomfort during breastfeeding? (Select all that apply.)

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