A pregnant woman has arrived at the ICU with a blood pressure reading of 170/115, pronounced edema in her hands and feet, and proteinuria. Which condition does the woman most likely have?
A) Severe preeclampsia
B) Preeclampsia
C) Disseminated intravascular coagulation
D) HELLP syndrome
A
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a. Bumetanide (Bumex) b. Furosemide (Lasix) c. Spironolactone (Aldactone) d. Hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL)
A patient is having a test to measure airflow speed during maximal exhalation through the mouth. Which test does the nurse explain to the patient?
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a. Change the patch daily at the same time. b. Remove the patch before taking a shower or bath. c. Do not take other antihypertensive medications while on this patch. d. Get up slowly from a sitting to a standing position.