Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy: Definition and Classification

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What defines Hypertension (HTN) according to the text?

Blood pressure exceeding 100mmHg diastolic

Blood pressure exceeding 130mmHg systolic

Blood pressure exceeding 90mmHg diastolic

Blood pressure exceeding 140mmHg systolic (correct)

How many occasions should blood pressure be observed to diagnose Hypertension (HTN) empirically?

Three times

Twice (correct)

Once

Four times

What is an essential step to ensure appropriate blood pressure measurement according to the text?

Patient should sit quietly for 5 minutes prior to measurement (correct)

Use an undersized BP cuff

Measure blood pressure immediately after exercise

Measure blood pressure from the left arm

What is the recommended width of the inflatable bladder of the BP cuff in adults?

About 40% of upper arm circumference Signup and view all the answers

When should a person avoid smoking, caffeine, and exercise prior to blood pressure measurement?

30 minutes before Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to use an appropriate BP cuff size?

To prevent incorrect readings Signup and view all the answers

What is the standard cuff size for blood pressure measurement mentioned in the text?

12x23cm Signup and view all the answers

Which factor should generally be avoided to prevent falsely or temporarily increasing blood pressure?

Taking stimulants within 30 minutes prior to measurement Signup and view all the answers

How is proteinuria defined during pregnancy according to the text?

≥0.3g protein in 24hr urine collection Signup and view all the answers

What is considered severe hypertension according to the text?

SBP of ≥160mmHg or DBP of ≥110mmHg observed on two occasions Signup and view all the answers

What is Edema defined as in the text?

>1.8kg weight gain in 1 week in the second or third trimester Signup and view all the answers

What type of hypertensive disorder during pregnancy is diagnosed for the first time after 20 weeks and resolves by 12 weeks postpartum?

Gestational HTN (GH) Signup and view all the answers