A primigravida at 38 weeks' gestation presents to the clinic with a blood pressure of 142/94, edema in all extremities, and a weight gain of 5 lb (2.3 kilograms) since the previous checkup 1 week ago. the decision has been made to initiate magnesium sulfate therapy. what are the nursing priorities with this choice of therapy?

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Emmett Orr

Biology

21 July, 07:04

A primigravida at 38 weeks' gestation presents to the clinic with a blood pressure of 142/94, edema in all extremities, and a weight gain of 5 lb (2.3 kilograms) since the previous checkup 1 week ago. the decision has been made to initiate magnesium sulfate therapy. what are the nursing priorities with this choice of therapy?

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Leroy Bowen · Answer 1

There are a few preeclampsia signs in this patient like increased blood pressure and oedema. Magnesium sulphate is the drug used for preeclampsia but it was dangerous because it could depress the nervous system and kidney.

The nurse should monitor the patient respiratory rate, patellar reflex, and urine output. If there any sign of respiratory paralysis, the drug should be stopped