In evaluating the effectiveness of magnesium sulfate for the treatment of preterm labor,which finding alerts the nurse to possible side effects?
A)Urine output of 160 ml in 4 hours
B)Deep tendon reflexes 2+ and no clonus
C)Respiratory rate (RR)of 16 breaths/min
D)Serum magnesium level of 10 mg/dl

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The therapeutic range for magnesium sulfate management is 5 to 8 mg/dl.A serum magnesium level of 10 mg/dl could lead to signs and symptoms of magnesium toxicity,including oliguria and respiratory distress.Urine output of 160 ml in 4 hours is a normal finding.Deep tendon reflexes of 2+ is a normal finding.RR of 16 breaths/min is a normal finding.

In Evaluating the Effectiveness of Magnesium Sulfate for the Treatment