A nurse educating a client on the antacid magnesium oxide (Mag-Ox) should warn the client of which of the following adverse reactions? Select all that apply
A) Tremors
B) Anorexia
C) Diarrhea
D) Dehydration
E) Hypotension
Ans: C, D, E
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Adverse reactions of magnesium oxide (Mag-Ox) include severe diarrhea, dehydration, and hypermagnesemia (nausea, vomiting, hypotension, and decreased respirations).
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