Some Findings That Suggest Preeclampsia
System or Body Part | Symptom | Clinical Finding |
|---|---|---|
Cardiovascular | Dyspnea | Blood pressure > 140/90 mm Hg Tachypnea, rales, crackles |
Eyes | Blurry vision | Visual field deficits, papilledema |
Gastrointestinal | Nausea, vomiting, jaundice | Epigastric or right upper quadrant tenderness |
Genitourinary | Decreased urine output | Proteinuria Oliguria |
Neurologic | Confusion, headache Seizures | Abnormal mental status |
Extremities | Lower- and upper-extremity edema that occurs or worsens suddenly and severely | Edema of legs, face, and hands |
Skin | Rash | Petechiae, purpura |
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