Continue seizure prophylaxis for 24hrs postpartum
Signs of magnesium toxicity (loss of DTRs, respiratory paralysis)
Treat magnesium toxicity with IV calcium gluconate
Diagnosis:
MILD New onset HTN (SBP >140 or DBP > 90)
Proteinuria (>300mg/24hr)
Occurs >20wk gestation
SEVERE BP > 160/110
Persistent HA
Visual changes (scotomata)
Hyperreactive reflexes
RUQ pain
HELLP Syndrome
Treatment:
Delivery of baby
Methyldopa (first line medication for HTN in pregnancy)
Magnesium sulfate (seizure prophylaxis)
