Question

a nurse is assessing a client who is receiving magnesium sulfate and notes the client has depressed deep tendon reflexes. the nurse should anticipate the need to administer which of the following medications? a potassium chloride b folic acid c calcium gluconate d cyanocobalamin

Explanation:

Magnesium sulfate toxicity can cause depressed deep - tendon reflexes. Calcium gluconate is the antidote for magnesium sulfate toxicity. Potassium chloride is used for potassium deficiency. Folic acid is used for folate deficiency (e.g., in megaloblastic anemia). Cyanocobalamin is vitamin B12, used for B12 deficiency (e.g., pernicious anemia).

Answer:

C. Calcium gluconate