How would the RN educate a patient with preeclampsia receiving magnesium sulfate? Select all that apply.
a) Initially, you may experience flushing, feeling hot or sweating, tired, or nauseous. These side effects are normal and will decrease after the bolus infusion.
b) This medication does cross the placenta and will affect your baby too. This could result in fetal heart rate changes seen on the monitor. We will continuously monitor your baby during magnesium sulfate treatment.
c) You may experience back pain during the infusion. This medication will be administered with IV fluids to help minimize this discomfort.
d) Magnesium sulfate is a high-risk medication. You can have rare, but serious reactions. We will be monitoring you closely for these reactions and will administer an antidote if needed.
