Nursing+Care

=Nursing Care=
 * ====Promotion of early prenatal care for identification of women at risk and early detection of preeclampsia====
 * ====Accurate and consistent blood pressure assessment for establishing a baseline and monitoring subtle changes====
 * ====Observation and assessment of edema for distribution, degree, and pitting====
 * ====Evaluation of Deep Tendon Reflexes====
 * ====Education of balanced nutrition====
 * ====Teach daily fetal movement counts====
 * ====Involve woman and family in plan of care====
 * ====Evaluate support systems====

(Perry et al, 2010, p. 341) (WebMD, 2010)



= = =Non-Pharmacological Interventions=
 * ====Bed Rest====
 * Bed rest in lateral recumbent position is a traditional therapy for preeclampsia and may improve uteroplacental blood flow
 * ====Diet and Fluid====
 * Diet high in protein and low in salt, Adequate fluid intake (six to eight 8oz glasses of water/day)
 * ====Family/ Emotional Support====
 * ====Quiet, nonstimulating environment====

(Perry et al, 2010, p. 342-344)