Question

A client in her 39th week of gestation reports swelling in the legs after standing for long periods of time. the nurse recognizes that this factor increases the clients risk for which condition?

Answer 1

She has a high risk of having the pregnancy induced hypertension or Preeclampsia. Preeclampsia has common symptom of fluid retention and high blood pressure. Preeclampsia is a life threatening condition both of the mother and the baby if not treated promptly.