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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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PinozaOption: A
Apr 29, 2023

For prevention of seizures

ThapaliyaOption: A
Jul 12, 2023

Prevention of seizures

HusseinKeyowOption: A
Aug 13, 2023

AnswerA

Jg1975Option: A
Aug 21, 2023

A,prevention of seizures

izhaakOption: A
Aug 22, 2023

ANSWER A

ZertishOption: A
Sep 26, 2023

Prevent seizure

Gesylove03Option: A
Oct 8, 2023

a. prevention of seizures

CrysieOption: A
Oct 17, 2023

A - prevention of seizures

Kirsch07Option: A
Nov 16, 2023

Answer A

Kirsch07Option: A
Nov 16, 2023

Prevention of seizure

UrchmanduduOption: A
Dec 10, 2023

A prevention of seizure