Pre-eclampsia Flashcards
1
Q
What drug is used to treat and prevent eclampsia?
A
Magnesium sulphate
2
Q
What is the early sign of toxicity of magnesium sulphate?
A
Loss of patella reflexes
3
Q
How soon after onset of proteinuria are complications likely to occur in pre-eclampsia?
A
2 weeks
4
Q
At what gestation is onset of pre-eclampsia severe?
A
34/40
5
Q
What is used to prevent pre-eclampsia antenatally?
A
Aspirin 75mg
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