Question

A 30-year-old primigravida at 30 weeks' gestation presents with blood pressure 158/104 mm Hg, 2+ proteinuria and mild headache. Platelets are normal and there is no right upper quadrant pain. According to SOGC hypertensive disorders of pregnancy guidelines, what is the most appropriate initial management?

Accepted Answer

Start oral labetalol and arrange close monitoring, with consideration of delivery at 37 weeks if stable

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Discharge with home blood pressure monitoring only

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Start ACE inhibitor and continue pregnancy to term

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Immediate induction of labour regardless of gestational age

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Start thiazide diuretic and fluid restriction

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