Preeclampsia: Mild vs Severe Symptoms
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What is the recommended diet for a client with preeclampsia?

  • Low-sodium, low-protein diet
  • High-protein, moderate sodium diet (correct)
  • Low-carb, high-fat diet
  • Liquid diet only

    • What is the primary goal of administering oxygen to a client with severe preeclampsia?

  • To reduce nausea and vomiting
  • To reduce blood pressure
  • To increase fetal heart rate
  • To improve maternal oxygenation (correct)

    • What is the frequency of blood pressure monitoring for a client with severe preeclampsia?

  • Every 6 hours
  • Every 4 hours (correct)
  • Every 2 hours
  • Every 8 hours

    • What is the purpose of administering hydralazine (Apresoline) to a client with severe preeclampsia?

    <p>To reduce blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the frequency of fetal monitoring for a client with severe preeclampsia?

    <p>Every hour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary indication for administering magnesium sulfate to a client with severe preeclampsia?

    <p>To prevent seizures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of instructing the client to rest in the left lateral recumbent position?

    <p>To prevent hypotension and increase heart effort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a crucial aspect of the nursing plan for a client with heart failure during pregnancy?

    <p>Encouraging frequent rest periods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for educating the client on the need for close follow-up throughout pregnancy?

    <p>To prevent possible complications of heart failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of instructing the client to sleep with her head and chest elevated?

    <p>To aid in breathing and reduce dyspnea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for continually assessing the client for signs and symptoms of worsening heart failure?

    <p>To identify changes in the client's condition and prevent complications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a critical aspect of the antepartal history and physical examination?

    <p>Establishing a baseline and ongoing assessment to identify changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of vasoconstriction and poor organ perfusion in PIH?

    <p>Increased blood pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following groups is at a higher risk of developing PIH?

    <p>Primiparas older than 40 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of vasospasm on the kidneys?

    <p>Decreased glomeruli filtration rate, increased permeability of glomeruli membrane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of reduced blood supply to organs in PIH?

    <p>Tissue hypoxia in maternal vital organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the classification of hypertension without proteinuria?

    <p>Gestational Hypertension</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may be associated with an increased risk of developing PIH?

    <p>Poor calcium or magnesium intake</p> Signup and view all the answers

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