NCLEX RN Practice Question

The correct response is to assess for other signs of preeclampsia and notify the provider. Preeclampsia is a potentially life-threatening condition characterized by severe hypertension, proteinuria, and end-organ damage. The provider must be informed to initiate appropriate interventions, such as maternal and fetal monitoring or medication to lower blood pressure. Reassuring the client or delaying further evaluation could place the client and fetus at risk. While lab work is important to confirm the diagnosis of preeclampsia, failure to escalate care without physician notification is a critical oversight.