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What is considered a major complication of eclampsia?
What is considered a major complication of eclampsia?
- Pulmonary embolism
- Respiratory distress syndrome
- Hypoxic encephalopathy (correct)
- Gestational diabetes
Which of the following is NOT included in the parameters that a nurse should monitor for preeclampsia patients?
Which of the following is NOT included in the parameters that a nurse should monitor for preeclampsia patients?
- Fetal heartbeat (correct)
- Blood pressure
- Weight
- Skin color and temperature
What is one of the signs or symptoms of pulmonary edema that nurses should watch for in preeclampsia patients?
What is one of the signs or symptoms of pulmonary edema that nurses should watch for in preeclampsia patients?
- Decreased respiratory rate
- Tachycardia (correct)
- Bradycardia
- Hypotension
How is edema generally related to changes in pregnancy?
How is edema generally related to changes in pregnancy?
In preeclampsia, what can lead to pulmonary edema?
In preeclampsia, what can lead to pulmonary edema?
What may capillary refill greater than 3 seconds indicate in preeclampsia patients?
What may capillary refill greater than 3 seconds indicate in preeclampsia patients?
What does HELLP stand for in the context of preeclampsia?
What does HELLP stand for in the context of preeclampsia?
How can arteriolar vasospasms in preeclampsia affect red blood cells (RBCs) circulation?
How can arteriolar vasospasms in preeclampsia affect red blood cells (RBCs) circulation?
Why does preeclampsia-associated vasospasms lead to elevated liver enzymes?
Why does preeclampsia-associated vasospasms lead to elevated liver enzymes?
What happens to platelets in response to endothelial damage caused by vasospasms in preeclampsia?
What happens to platelets in response to endothelial damage caused by vasospasms in preeclampsia?
When can HELLP syndrome occur during pregnancy?
When can HELLP syndrome occur during pregnancy?
Why is pulmonary status assessment important in patients receiving intravenous fluids?
Why is pulmonary status assessment important in patients receiving intravenous fluids?
What is a characteristic finding of hepatic dysfunction in HELLP syndrome?
What is a characteristic finding of hepatic dysfunction in HELLP syndrome?
What is one of the most ominous complications associated with HELLP syndrome?
What is one of the most ominous complications associated with HELLP syndrome?
How is HELLP syndrome typically managed to improve platelet count?
How is HELLP syndrome typically managed to improve platelet count?
What is the primary characteristic of Disseminated Intravascular Coagulopathy (DIC)?
What is the primary characteristic of Disseminated Intravascular Coagulopathy (DIC)?
What are the most common causes of DIC in pregnancy?
What are the most common causes of DIC in pregnancy?
Why is early diagnosis and management critical in reducing maternal and perinatal death rates in DIC?
Why is early diagnosis and management critical in reducing maternal and perinatal death rates in DIC?
