You are transporting a female patient who is seven months pregnant. She has been diagnosed with preeclampsia and is currently hypertensive. Which one of the following statements made by the patient indicates she may be transitioning from preeclampsia to eclampsia?
A) "I feel like I am going to have a seizure."
B) "My legs and feet are more swollen."
C) "I have gained 10 pounds just this month."
D) "I think that I may have to vomit."
A
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