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NCLEX-RN Exam - Question 9


A client has been diagnosed as being preeclamptic. The physician orders magnesium sulfate. Magnesium sulfate (MgSO4) is used in the management of preeclampsia for:

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Magnesium sulfate (MgSO4) is primarily used in the management of preeclampsia to prevent seizures. Preeclampsia is a condition characterized by high blood pressure during pregnancy, which can lead to eclampsia, a severe complication involving seizures. MgSO4 acts as an anticonvulsant by depressing the central nervous system to reduce the risk of seizures. It is not typically used for the prevention of uterine contractions, sedation, or fetal lung protection.

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Pinoza
Apr 30, 2024

For prevention of seizures

Thapaliya
Jul 12, 2024

Prevention of seizures

HusseinKeyow
Aug 13, 2024

AnswerA

Jg1975
Aug 21, 2024

A,prevention of seizures

izhaak
Aug 22, 2024

ANSWER A

ZertishOption: A
Sep 26, 2024

Prevent seizure

Gesylove03
Oct 8, 2024

a. prevention of seizures

Crysie
Oct 17, 2024

A - prevention of seizures

Kirsch07
Nov 16, 2024

Answer A

Kirsch07
Nov 16, 2024

Prevention of seizure

Urchmandudu
Dec 10, 2024

A prevention of seizure

Bhawana181099Option: A
Mar 24, 2025

Prevention of seizures