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Which type of hypertension is characterized by new hypertension presenting at or after 20 weeks gestation without proteinuria or other features of preeclampsia?

Eclampsia

Chronic hypertension

Pregnancy induced hypertension

Gestational hypertension (correct)

What is the definition of chronic hypertension in the context of pregnancy?

Development of new arterial hypertension in a pregnant woman after 20 weeks gestation

Known hypertension before pregnancy or a rise in blood pressure > 140/90mmHg before 20wks gestation, persisting 6wks after delivery (correct)

Hypertension characterized by proteinuria after the 20th week of pregnancy

A condition characterized by high blood pressure and protein in the urine after the 20th week of pregnancy

What is the incidence of pre-eclampsia in cases of hypertensive disorder of pregnancy?

50%

75% (correct)

25%

5-7%

When is proteinuria considered a late sign in the context of pregnancy-induced hypertension?

It is a late sign due to glomerular damage allowing a leak of protein Signup and view all the answers

What is the diagnostic criterion for hypertension in the context of pregnancy?

Systolic blood pressure rise to 140/90 mmHg Signup and view all the answers

What are the potential maternal complications of pre-eclampsia?

Renal failure Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a diagnostic criterion for severe preeclampsia?

Proteinuria ≥ +2 or +3 dipstick (2 gms or 5gms / 24 hrs) Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of pregnant women with severe preeclampsia or eclampsia may develop HELLP syndrome?

20-30% Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is characterized by hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelet count in pregnant women with severe preeclampsia or eclampsia?

HELLP syndrome Signup and view all the answers

What is the threshold for hypertension in mild preeclampsia after 20 weeks gestation?

140/90 mmHg Signup and view all the answers