The Following Data Are Obtained by the Nurse When Assessing

question 4

Multiple Choice

The following data are obtained by the nurse when assessing a pregnant patient with eclampsia who is receiving IV magnesium sulfate. Which finding is most important to report to the health care provider immediately?

• A) The bibasilar breath sounds are decreased.
• B) The patellar and triceps reflexes are absent.
• C) The patient has been sleeping most of the day.
• D) The patient reports feeling "sick to my stomach."

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