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The development of HTN in a previously normotensive pt >20wks AND new onset preoteinuria >20wks of 300mg/24h |
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BP decreases during _____ of pregnancy: |
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conditions for continuation of HTN medicatoin: |
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stop HTN meds so you don't mask preeclampsia: unless systolic >160 |
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are ACE inhibitors safe in pregnancy? |
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Hemolysis, Elevated Liver enzymes, Low Platelets - severe preeclampsia |
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occurence of seizures in a pt w preeclampsia that connat be attributed to other causes. |
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presentation of preeclampsi superimposed onto chronic HTN: |
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new onset proteinuria >300mg/24hr >20wks |
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1. proteinuria 2. increased Uric Acid 3. thrombocytopenia 4. elevated Liver enzymes |
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definative cure for preeclampsia: |
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delivery; BP >160sys/105diastolic must be treated promptly |
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