Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy

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Classification of a G4P2 12w gestation client with blood pressure 155/92.

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Chronic Hypertension

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What is the term for high blood pressure that develops during pregnancy?

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Gestational hypertension

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How many readings does a client need to have in order to be diagnosed with gestational hypertension?

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Two readings at least 4 to 6 hours apart

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32 week gestation client, who is returning for a prenatal visit, has a blood pressure reading of 146/99 and 2+ protein in her urine. What is the nurse concerned about?

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Preeclampsia

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A client has 2+ protein in her urine. What diagnostic test would the nurse expect to be ordered to definitively diagnose Preeclampsia?

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24 Hour urine test

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Haley has been placed on magnesium sulfate for seizure prophylaxis. What assessment would the nurse NOT expect to perform? Options: Monitor serum magnesium levels, Monitor urinary output, Monitor DTR and clonus every hour, Assess for signs of toxicity - such as respiratory depression, Monitor calcium levels

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Monitor calcium levels

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Since Haley is diagnosed with Preeclampsia she is considered high risk for seizures. What should the nurse anticipate to do prior to admission?

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Ensure oxygen and suction are set up and bed rails are padded

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Which medication is administered to promote surfactant production and lung maturity?

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Betamethasone

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Haleys ALT is 78. What will the nurse be concerned about?

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HELLP Syndrome

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HELLP Syndrome stands for - Hemolysis, Elevated Liver enzymes, and -----

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Low Platelet Counts