High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy: Risks and Care

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What is the main difference between chronic hypertension and chronic hypertension with superimposed preeclampsia?

  • Presence of protein in the urine (correct)
  • Development of high blood pressure before pregnancy
  • Onset of high blood pressure after 20 weeks of pregnancy
  • Symptoms indicating high blood pressure

When does gestational hypertension typically develop?

  • Before pregnancy
  • During the first 20 weeks of pregnancy
  • During labor
  • After 20 weeks of pregnancy (correct)

What distinguishes preeclampsia from gestational hypertension?

  • Onset of high blood pressure after 20 weeks of pregnancy
  • Development before pregnancy
  • Symptoms related to organ damage (correct)
  • Presence of protein in the urine

How is chronic hypertension with superimposed preeclampsia different from gestational hypertension?

<p>Presence of protein in the urine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition can potentially lead to preeclampsia?

<p>Gestational hypertension (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it now known that preeclampsia can occur without protein in the urine?

<p>High blood pressure can be present without protein in the urine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What complications may arise from severe abruption during pregnancy?

<p>Breathing problems for the baby (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does high blood pressure during pregnancy affect fetal growth?

<p>Slows or decreases fetal growth (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of poorly controlled high blood pressure during pregnancy?

<p>Injury to major organs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does having preeclampsia impact the risk of future cardiovascular disease?

<p>The risk is higher if preeclampsia occurred more than once (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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