Question

A 31-year-old pregnant patient at 30 weeks presents with BP 166/106 mm Hg, 3+ proteinuria, headache, and RUQ pain. Platelets 90,000/µL. Best immediate therapy to prevent eclampsia?

Accepted Answer

Magnesium sulfate infusion

Answer

Oral labetalol 100 mg

Answer

Hydralazine PRN only

Answer

Low-dose aspirin 81 mg daily

Answer

Expectant management without therapy

Practice question

A 31-year-old pregnant patient at 30 weeks presents with BP 166/106 mm Hg, 3+ proteinuria, headache, and RUQ pain. Platelets 90,000/µL. Best immediate therapy to prevent eclampsia?