PRE
which of the entries on a pts medical record are evidence of the diagnosis of severe
preeclampsia. SATA
-Scotomata
-Epigastric pain
-Oliguria
- 3 lb weight gain in 1 week
-blood pressure 182/116
PRE
which of the following need to be implemented when a pt with severe preeclampsia is
admitted to the hospital. SATA
-seizure precaustions
-reduced stimulation
-bed rest
-dim light
PRE
what are the Priorities of care if a pregnant woman experiences an eclamptic seizure?
STAT
-Administer O2
-protect the pt from injury
-clear airway
PRE
Pts with severe preeclampsia are at risk for developing acute pulmonary edema. What
can the nurse do to prevent the development of this condition?
control the rate of administration of IV fluids
PRE
what is the primary indication for the administration of magnesium sulfate to the pt with
severe preeclampsia?
preventing eclamptic seizures
PRE
which of the following findings from the nurse's assessment of the pt with severe
preeclampsia would indicate central nervous system involvement? SATA
-Visual changes
-4+ deep tendon reflexes
-positive clonus
Pre
when reviewing a pts admission orders the nurse notes that the following lab studies
have been ordered: BUN, BUN/CR ratio, and 24 urine protein. The results of these tests
will provide info about the function of which organ?
kidneys
PRE
which of the following are signs of magnesium tox in a pt? SATA