What action is needed for a blood magnesium level of 4.8 mg/dL?
A. Immunefab is the antidote for excess calcium.
B. Magnesium sulfate should be given for a low level of blood magnesium.
C. No action is needed. This is a therapeutic level of magnesium for this patient.
D. Calcium gluconate is indicated as the IV antidote for excess magnesium for this patient.
Ans: D. Calcium gluconate is indicated as the IV antidote for excess magnesium for this patient.
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