Severe features in pre-eclampsia or gestational hypertension
THE CONTEXT
This passage introduces the severe-feature category of pre-eclampsia or gestational hypertension and begins its blood pressure criterion.
Definition and blood pressure assessment
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The severe-feature category is defined by the presence of one or more of the listed abnormalities.
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Severe blood pressure elevation is a listed abnormality. Measurements are taken on two occasions at least 4 hours apart while the patient is on bed rest.