The nurse is caring for the newborn of a client who received magnesium sulfate for preterm labor. Which fetal effects should the nurse attribute to the client's medication treatment? Select all that apply
1. Flushing
2. Lethargy
3. Hypotonia
4. Poor sucking reflex
5. Respiratory depression
2, 3, 5
Explanation:
1. Flushing is a maternal adverse effect of magnesium sulfate.
2. Fetal side effects of magnesium sulfate may include lethargy that persists for 1 or 2 days following birth.
3. Fetal side effects of magnesium sulfate may include hypotonia that persists for 1 or 2 days following birth.
4. Poor sucking reflex is not an adverse effect of magnesium sulfate.
5. Respiratory depression in the newborn can also occur after maternal magnesium sulfate.
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