A nurse is caring for a newly admitted 32-week pregnant client with a blood pressure of 150/92, proteinuria, and severe right upper quadrant pain. The nurse knows that which of the following is a possible reason for this?
A 34 week pregnant client is seen for a routine prenatal visit. She is asked how she is feeling and tells the nurse “I’ve had a horrible headache for 2 days and my rings suddenly won’t fit on my fingers”. What is the priority nursing action? Select all that apply.
A nurse is caring for a client with preeclampsia that is suffering from some vision changes. What is the best explanation by the nurse that describes what caused this condition?
The nurse is caring for a client who is 36 weeks pregnant with severe preeclampsia who was started on magnesium sulfate. The client seized, and the nurse addressed the seizure appropriately and notified the provider. The client is no longer exhibiting seizure activity and is stable. What is the next priority?
You and the charge nurse for the labor and delivery unit are responsible for the entire unit. This nurse has just received report on the unit from the previous charge nurse. Which of the following clients is most concerning?
A nurse is caring for a pregnant mother who has preeclampsia. Based on the nurse’s knowledge of this condition, the nurse understands that the condition could affect the baby by causing which of the following potential complications?
A nurse is assessing a pregnant client for possible preeclampsia. Which symptom would be indicative of this diagnosis?
Which of the following clients would be at high risk of developing pre-eclampsia during pregnancy? Select all that apply.
The nurse is assessing a client with mild preeclampsia to see if she has progressed to severe preeclampsia. Which of the following would be associated with the progression of this disease process? Select all that apply.
A nurse is caring for a 30 week pregnant client that has proteinuria and blood pressures of 142/92. What order should the nurse expect to receive?
