A patient who received an intravenous (IV) dose of magnesium sulfate has developed diarrhea. What is the nurse's best response?
a. Reassure the patient that diarrhea is a common side effect of magnesium sulfate.
b. Order a bedside commode so that the patient does not have to walk to the bath-room.
c. Hold the drug and notify the prescriber.
d. Document the finding as the only action.
A
The only common side effect of IV magnesium sulfate is diarrhea. Additional actions would in-clude assisting the patient to the bathroom and providing skin care to prevent breakdown.
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