Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 62%
Simulated
A pregnant client at 37 weeks gestation arrives at the hospital with the following signs and symptoms: severe headache, blurred vision, and epigastric pain not relieved by pain medication. The client's blood pressure is 160/110 mm Hg. The nurse suspects the client is experiencing which condition?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Severe headache, blurred vision, epigastric pain, and BP 160/110 mmHg are indicative of severe preeclampsia.