Eclampsia

Question 1

what is it?

Answer 1

Eclampsia may be defined as the development of seizures in association pre-eclampsia.

Question 2

what is pre-eclampsia defined as?

Answer 2

condition seen after 20 weeks gestation
pregnancy-induced hypertension
proteinuria

Question 3

mx

Answer 3

magnesium sulphate 4g over 5-10 mins IV

fluid restriction to prevent overload