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A client diagnosed with pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH) is treated with magnesium sulfate. The nurse tells the client that the purpose of this treatment is to:
 
  a. prolong labor.
  b. prevent seizures.
  c. increase blood pressure.
  d. stimulate urination.

Question 2

The client is being treated with hydralazine hydrochloride (Apresoline). What would be a positive outcome for the client as a result of treatment with this medication?
 
  a. Diastolic BP is maintained between 90 and 110 mm Hg.
  b. Diastolic BP is maintained between 70 and 90 mm Hg.
  c. Systolic BP is maintained between 100 and 120 mm Hg.
  d. Systolic BP is maintained between 90 and 110 mm Hg.


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Mholman93

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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The main goal of this medication is CNS depression to prevent seizure activity.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The goal of treatment with this medication is to maintain the diastolic BP between 90 and 110 mm Hg.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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