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When administering magnesium sulfate to a client with preeclampsia, the nurse understands that this drug is given to:

A.

Increase diuresis.

B.

Prevent seizures.

C.

Reduce blood pressure.

D.

Slow the process of labor.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

Choice A rationale

Magnesium sulfate is not given to increase diuresis; this is not its primary effect and is incorrect in the context of treating preeclampsia.

 

Choice B rationale

Magnesium sulfate is administered to prevent seizures in patients with preeclampsia. It acts as a central nervous system depressant and helps in preventing eclampsia.

 

Choice C rationale

Although magnesium sulfate may have a mild effect on reducing blood pressure due to its vasodilatory properties, this is not its primary purpose in the management of preeclampsia.

 

Choice D rationale

Magnesium sulfate is not used to slow the process of labor; its main role is seizure prophylaxis in preeclampsia.

 


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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Choice A rationale

While intravenous antibiotics are given during labor to prevent GBS transmission to the baby, it is not administered at home but in the hospital when labor begins.

Choice B rationale

GBS does not significantly increase the risk of intrauterine infection that requires daily temperature checks; it primarily poses a risk of neonatal infection during delivery.

Choice C rationale

GBS bacteria reside in the vagina and can be transmitted to the baby during delivery. Administering antibiotics during labor helps protect the baby from serious GBS-related illnesses.

Choice D rationale

GBS does not cause scarlet fever or the symptoms described; those are caused by different bacteria, namely Streptococcus pyogenes. .

Correct Answer is ["A","B","C"]

Explanation

Choice A rationale

Massaging the fundus helps to stimulate uterine contractions, reducing bleeding and promoting firmness in the uterus. Ensuring IV access is critical for administering medications and

fluids quickly.

Choice B rationale

Methylergonovine (Methergine) is used to prevent and control postpartum hemorrhage by promoting uterine contractions. Oxytocin bolus also helps stimulate contractions, preventing

further blood loss.

Choice C rationale

Carboprost tromethamine (Hemabate) is another uterotonic agent used to control severe postpartum hemorrhage by causing uterine contractions. Its use depends on the patient's

response to other treatments.

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