Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy Overview
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What percentage of all pregnancies are affected by HDP?

  • 10-15%
  • 15-20%
  • 2-5%
  • 5-10% (correct)

    • In the context of hypertension, when is HTN diagnosed empirically?

  • When blood pressure exceeds 140/90 mmHg (correct)
  • When blood pressure exceeds 160/100 mmHg
  • When blood pressure exceeds 120/80 mmHg
  • When blood pressure exceeds 130/85 mmHg

    • How should a patient prepare for an appropriate blood pressure measurement?

  • Exercise vigorously for 30 minutes before measurement
  • Sit quietly for 5 minutes with feet on the floor prior to measurement (correct)
  • Drink a cup of coffee 10 minutes before measurement
  • Check the blood pressure immediately after smoking

    • What is the appropriate width of the inflatable bladder of the BP cuff?

    <p>40% of upper arm circumference</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long should the inflatable bladder of the BP cuff be in relation to the upper arm circumference?

    <p>80% of upper arm circumference</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many occasions should blood pressure be observed for a diagnosis of Hypertension?

    <p>At least twice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the appropriate arm circumference for the standard cuff mentioned in the text?

    <p>Up to 28cm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors can falsely or temporarily increase blood pressure according to the text?

    <p>Smaller cuff size</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is defined as Edema according to the text?

    <p>Excessive weight gain of &gt;1.8kg in one week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is Gestational Hypertension (GH) typically diagnosed according to the text?

    <p>After 20 weeks of pregnancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of proteinuria defines Proteinuria according to the text?

    <p>&gt;0.3g protein in 24hr urine collection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Delta HTN used to describe during pregnancy according to the text?

    <p>Acute rise in blood pressure after 32 weeks of gestation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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