What is the primary purpose for magnesium sulfate administration for clients with preeclampsia and eclampsia?
A) To improve patellar reflexes and increase respiratory efficiency
B) To shorten the duration of labor
C) To prevent convulsions
D) To prevent a boggy uterus and lessen lochial flow

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Magnesium sulfate is the drug of choice used to prevent convulsions,although it can generate other problems.Loss of patellar reflexes and respiratory depression are signs of magnesium toxicity.Magnesium sulfate can also increase the duration of labor.Women are at risk for a boggy uterus and heavy lochial flow as a result of magnesium sulfate therapy.

What Is the Primary Purpose for Magnesium Sulfate Administration for Clients