A Client at 39 Weeks Gestation with Preeclampsia Has a Blood

A client at 39 weeks gestation with preeclampsia has a blood pressure of 170/100 mm Hg, 2+ proteinuria, and moderate peripheral edema.  Immediately after hospital admission, she develops seizures and uterine contractions.  Magnesium sulfate is prescribed.  Which finding indicates that the drug has achieved the desired therapeutic effect?

A) Blood pressure <130/80 mm Hg
B) Seizure activity stops
C) Urine has 1+ protein
D) Uterine contractions stop

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