Obstetrician-Gynecologist how-to
How to Manage Preeclampsia
Fast recognition protects mother and baby.
Quick answer
Fast recognition protects mother and baby. In short: check; test; assess, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Check blood pressure.
Test urine protein and labs.
Assess symptoms like headache.
Give magnesium to prevent seizures when indicated.
Control blood pressure.
Plan delivery timing.
Safety reminders for obstetrician-gynecologists
- Follow obstetric emergency drills
- Use time-outs in surgery
- Follow infection control
- Monitor fetal and maternal vital signs
Key terms
Prenatal care · Cesarean section · Preeclampsia · Gestational diabetes · Pap test · HPV: see the full obstetrician-gynecologist glossary.