A pregnant woman is admitted to the high-risk OB unit and started on an IV of magnesium sulfate (Sulfamag). What assessment by the nurse is most important?
A.
Deep tendon reflexes (DTRs)
B.
Fetal heart tones
C.
Serum calcium level
D.
Temperature
ANS: A
Sulfamag can lead to muscle weakness. A critical assessment while using this drug is DTRs. The other assessments are not related to side effects of this drug.
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