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What is the clinical definition of preeclampsia?
What is the clinical definition of preeclampsia?
- Hypertension and proteinuria, with or without pathologic edema (correct)
- Hypotension and proteinuria
- Proteinuria only
- Hypertension only
What percentage of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy does preeclampsia account for?
What percentage of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy does preeclampsia account for?
- 100%
- 80% (correct)
- 50%
- 20%
What is the diagnostic criteria for hypertension in preeclampsia?
What is the diagnostic criteria for hypertension in preeclampsia?
- BP > 140/90 on 2 occasions, 6 hours or more apart (correct)
- BP > 130/80 on 2 occasions, 4 hours or more apart
- BP > 150/100 on 3 occasions, 8 hours or more apart
- BP > 120/70 on 1 occasion
What is the formula for Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP)?
What is the formula for Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP)?
What is the diagnostic criteria for hypertension in preeclampsia?
What is the diagnostic criteria for hypertension in preeclampsia?
What is considered diagnostic for a rise in MAP in preeclampsia?
What is considered diagnostic for a rise in MAP in preeclampsia?
What is the formula for Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP) in preeclampsia?
What is the formula for Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP) in preeclampsia?
What is considered diagnostic for a rise in MAP in preeclampsia?
What is considered diagnostic for a rise in MAP in preeclampsia?
What percentage of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy does preeclampsia account for?
What percentage of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy does preeclampsia account for?
What is the incidence of preeclampsia in pregnancies?
What is the incidence of preeclampsia in pregnancies?
Study Notes
Preeclampsia: Definition and Diagnosis
- Preeclampsia is a pregnancy complication characterized by high blood pressure and damage to organs such as the liver and kidneys.
Hypertensive Disorders in Pregnancy
- Preeclampsia accounts for 70% of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy.
Diagnostic Criteria for Hypertension in Preeclampsia
- Blood pressure ≥140 mmHg systolic or ≥90 mmHg diastolic on two occasions at least 4 hours apart.
Mean Arterial Pressure (MAP)
- MAP formula: (Systolic Blood Pressure + 2 x Diastolic Blood Pressure) / 3.
- A rise in MAP ≥ 10 mmHg is considered diagnostic for preeclampsia.
Incidence of Preeclampsia
- Preeclampsia affects approximately 2-8% of pregnancies.
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Test your knowledge of preeclampsia with this quiz prepared by Dr. Hanan Abd-elmohdy Emarah, Assistant Prof. of Obstetrics and Gynecological Nursing at Zagazig University. Explore the definition, incidence, etiology, pathology, diagnosis, and classification of preeclampsia. Sharpen your understanding of this pregnancy-related condition.
