A 29-year-old woman at 36 weeks gestation presents with new headaches, visual disturbances and swelling of hands and face. BP is 158/102 mmHg, urine d...

Question

A 29-year-old woman at 36 weeks gestation presents with new headaches, visual disturbances and swelling of hands and face. BP is 158/102 mmHg, urine dipstick shows 3+ protein. Reflexes are brisk. What is the most appropriate immediate management?

Accepted Answer

Admit to hospital for blood pressure control and further evaluation

Answer

Start oral labetalol and review in 1 week

Answer

Arrange elective induction at 40 weeks

Answer

Start low-dose aspirin

Answer

Reassure and review BP postpartum

au-amc MCQ (SBA): Pre-eclampsia

A 29-year-old woman at 36 weeks gestation presents with new headaches, visual disturbances and swelling of hands and face. BP is 158/102 mmHg, urine dipstick shows 3+ protein. Reflexes are brisk. What is the most appropriate immediate management?