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How do I know if my patient is recovering from preeclampsia?
How do I know if my patient is recovering from preeclampsia? ...
QUESTION:
A nurse is assessing a client who is one day postpartum and is being monitored for preeclampsia.
Which clinical manifestation would indicate the client is recovering?
A. Weight gain of 1 kilogram (2.2 pounds) in the past 24 hours
B. Decreased urinary output
C. Increased protein in the urine
D. Increased urinary output
Correct Answer: D. Increased urinary output
Explanation:
During preeclampsia, poor kidney perfusion leads to low urine output, fluid retention, and proteinuria.
The first sign of recovery is diuresis (increased urine output), which shows that the kidneys are regaining function, excess fluid is being excreted, and the body is stabilizing.
Weight gain = ongoing fluid retention (not recovery).