Question

A 33-year-old pregnant patient at 30 weeks develops severe-range BP 170/112 mmHg with headache. What immediate BP management is recommended?

Accepted Answer

IV labetalol or IV hydralazine, or oral immediate-release nifedipine to treat to <160/110 promptly

Answer

Observe for 24 hours then treat if persistent

Answer

Start oral ACE inhibitor

Answer

Beta-blocker avoidance and diuretics only

Answer

Thrombolysis for preeclampsia

Practice question

A 33-year-old pregnant patient at 30 weeks develops severe-range BP 170/112 mmHg with headache. What immediate BP management is recommended?