The most typical signs and symptoms of gestational hypertension include:
a. Proteinuria and hypertension
b. Hemolysis and glycosuria
c. Thrombocytopenia and headaches
d. Rapid weight gain and blurred vision
ANS: A
Hypertension and proteinuria are the most common signs of gestational hypertension. Hemolysis, glycosuria, and thrombocytopenia are associated with other disorders that may or may not be related to gestational hypertension. Although headaches and rapid weight gain (edema) may be associated with gestational hypertension, they are not the earliest nor the most common signs and symptoms.
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