Question

A 29-year-old presents 10 weeks' gestation with BP 172/112 mmHg, RUQ pain, 3+ proteinuria, platelets 88,000/µL. Best immediate management?

Accepted Answer

Magnesium sulfate seizure prophylaxis and expedite delivery after stabilization

Answer

Start oral labetalol and review in 48 hours

Answer

Expectant management until 34 weeks

Answer

Outpatient urine collection to confirm protein/creatinine ratio

Answer

Start ACE inhibitor for renal protection

Practice question

A 29-year-old presents 10 weeks' gestation with BP 172/112 mmHg, RUQ pain, 3+ proteinuria, platelets 88,000/µL. Best immediate management?