Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy Predisposing Factors Quiz

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What is the recommended action to take if uterine contractions recur to prevent preterm labor?

Increase physical activities

Avoid resting

Decrease hydration

Empty your bladder (correct)

Which of the following factors predispose a pregnant woman to preterm labor?

Regular prenatal care

Smoking and drug use (correct)

Long interval between pregnancies

Maintaining high hydration levels

What is a common symptom of preterm labor during pregnancy?

Reduced uterine contractions

Feeling of pelvic pressure (correct)

Decreased vaginal discharge

Muscle relaxation

Which age group is at higher risk of preterm labor?

Above 40 years old Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of Betamethasone on glucose regulation for both the parent and the fetus?

It interferes with glucose regulation Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a predisposing factor for hypertensive disorders in pregnancy?

Being primiparous Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a patient develops gestational hypertension before full term but does not progress to preeclampsia?

Immediate delivery at 37 weeks of gestation Signup and view all the answers

Which underlying disease is NOT listed as a predisposing factor for hypertensive disorders in pregnancy?

Asthma Signup and view all the answers

What is the criteria for diagnosing Preeclampsia without severe features?

Urine dip positive, protein 300mg in 24-hour collection, BP 140/90 mmHg Signup and view all the answers

What are the symptoms associated with Preeclampsia with severe features?

Low platelet count, elevated liver enzymes, pulmonary edema Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of administering MgSO4 in pregnancy?

To prevent seizures in women with severe preeclampsia Signup and view all the answers

What nursing intervention is recommended for a pregnant woman with Preeclampsia without severe features?

Monitor antiplatelet therapy Signup and view all the answers

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