Why is magnesium sulfate administered to a woman with eclampsia?
Correct answer: A. To prevent recurrent seizures
- A. To prevent recurrent seizures
- B. To produce cervical dilatation
- C. To increase uterine contractions
- D. To correct severe anaemia
Explanation
Magnesium sulfate acts as an anticonvulsant and reduces the risk of further eclamptic seizures. It is not a uterotonic, cervical ripening medicine, or treatment for anaemia.
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