Hypermagnesemia's effects on the heart and blood pressure can keep oxygen from properly circulating through the body. People with dangerously high magnesium levels might feel as though they can't catch their breath or a sensation like someone is standing on their chest.
This is a sign to call emergency services. Encourage the person to take deep breaths as much as they can and try to keep them calm and speaking until help arrives.

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