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All the following are to be monitored during Magnesium sulfate prophylaxis in impending eclampsia Except

A
Patellar reflex
B
Respiratory Rate
C
Urine output
D
Serum magnesium level
High-Yield Explanation
Magnesium sulfate toxicity:Therapeutic levels: 4-5meq/lThe first sign of impending toxicity: 8-10meq/l Deep tendon reflexes should be presentRespiratory depression or paralysis: 12meq/l Respiratory rate: >14breaths/min; Pulse oximetry: >96%Urine output: at least 30ml/hrFetal side effects : loss of fetal muscle tone and lethargyRef: William&;s Obstetrics; 24th edition; Chapter 40

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