It is most important that the nurse observe the client receiving intravenous magnesium sulfate for signs of
a. decreased urine output
b. respiratory depression
c. hypokalemia
d. gastrointestinal disturbances
B
Magnesium sulfate has potent CNS depressive activity. Decreased urine output and hypokalemia are not adverse effects of magnesium sulfate IV infusion. The infusion usually increases urine output. While nausea and vomiting are adverse effects of magnesium sulfate, respiratory depression is of greater concern.
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