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6 paź 2024 · This article reviews the topic of eclampsia and specifically focuses on etiology, epidemiology, pathophysiology, history and physical, evaluation and management of eclampsia by an interprofessional team.
This historical overview provides present day nurses with a broadened perspective of preeclampsia-eclampsia related to theories on disease causation, evolution of treatments, and refinement of disease classification.
6 paź 2024 · Eclampsia (Nursing) Review questions: Take Free Questions on this Article. Learning Outcome. This activity discusses preeclampsia and eclampsia, one of the four categories of hypertensive disorders of pregnancy. Eclampsia is a severe complication of preeclampsia and poses both a risk to the mother and fetus.
This article traces the condition from its origins—once thought to be a disease of the central nervous system, recognized by the occurrence of seizures (ie, eclampsia)—to the present time when preeclampsia is conceptualized primarily as a vascular disorder.
1 wrz 2002 · An appreciation of the history of eclampsia provides context for the modern obstetric nurse. Previous. Eclampsia. History of medicine (19th century, United States) History of nursing. History of obstetrics. Phlebotomy. Toxemia of pregnancy. Every 19th-century woman was acquainted with death in childbirth.
6 paź 2024 · Objectives: Identify the early signs and symptoms of eclampsia, including new-onset seizures, severe headaches, and visual disturbances. Differentiate eclampsia from other neurological conditions such as epilepsy or cerebrovascular events. Implement evidence-based protocols for managing eclampsia, including the administration of magnesium sulfate.
2 wrz 2010 · To provide insight into how past hypotheses/scientific contributions have shaped current practice trends, this article provides a historical overview of preeclampsia-eclampsia. REFERENCES. Citing Literature. Volume 39, Issue 5. September/October 2010. Pages 510-518.