Question

A 28-year-old primigravida at 32 weeks gestation presents with severe headache, visual disturbances (flashing lights), and epigastric pain. Her blood pressure is 165/115 mmHg. Urine dipstick shows proteinuria +++. What is the most critical initial step in management?

Accepted Answer

Administer IV magnesium sulfate

Answer

Administer oral labetalol 200mg

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Arrange urgent delivery by Caesarean section

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Perform a CT head scan

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Administer IV hydralazine

Practice question

A 28-year-old primigravida at 32 weeks gestation presents with severe headache, visual disturbances (flashing lights), and epigastric pain. Her blood pressure is 165/115 mmHg. Urine dipstick shows proteinuria +++. What is the most critical initial step in management?