A client with pregnancy-induced hypertension is given magnesium sulfate. Which finding, during assessment, should alert the nurse?
A)Fetal heart rate of 155 beats per minute
B)Urinary output of 30 ml per hour
C)A grading of 2+ deep tendon reflexes
D)Respiratory rate of 10 breaths/ minute

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Magnesium sulfate can cause respiratory depression. Therefore, a respiratory rate less than 12 breaths/ minute should be reported to the physician. The fetal heart rate and the client's urinary output and deep tendon reflexes are within the normal range.

A Client with Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension Is Given Magnesium Sulfate