Question

A 34-year-old woman with severe preeclampsia at 35 weeks gestation (BP 170/112, platelets 80,000/µL, AST 200 U/L) asks about management. What is the best next step?

Accepted Answer

IV magnesium sulfate and plan for delivery after stabilization

Answer

Expectant management until 37 weeks

Answer

Oral labetalol only

Answer

Outpatient bed rest

Answer

Delay delivery until platelets normalize

Practice question

A 34-year-old woman with severe preeclampsia at 35 weeks gestation (BP 170/112, platelets 80,000/µL, AST 200 U/L) asks about management. What is the best next step?