The perinatal nurse is providing care to a 32-year-old primi…
The perinatal nurse is providing care to a 32-year-old primigravida at 34 weeks’ gestation. Her blood pressure is 170/100 mm Hg, reflexes are +3, urine is 2+ for protein, and the client is complaining of a headache. An intravenous solution of magnesium sulfate is begun with an hourly dose of 2 g. Which laboratory value would the nurse prioritize as most important to monitor while caring for this client?