You are caring for a 42-year-old woman who is 32 weeks pregn…

You are caring for a 42-year-old woman who is 32 weeks pregnant with twins. She is complaining of a severe headache and blurred vision, and lives in a rural area approximately 30 miles from the nearest ED. Her husband informs you that the patient had a “full body” seizure that lasted for about 5 minutes prior to EMS arrival. Your physical exam reveals significant peripheral edema and the following vital signs: heart rate 98, blood pressure 156/98 mmHg, respirations 18. The patient states she has a history of hypertension, but has not taken her prescribed medications because “they aren’t safe for the babies.” Appropriate treatment for this patient includes:

Your patient is a 29-year-old pregnant female in active labo…

Your patient is a 29-year-old pregnant female in active labor. She is having very strong, painful contractions that are approximately two minutes apart and are lasting approximately one minute each. She states that she has a significant urge to push. Based on this information, which stage of labor is this patient in?

You are called to the scene of a sexual assault. The patient…

You are called to the scene of a sexual assault. The patient is a 17-year-old female who is crying inconsolably and withdraws when you attempt to touch her to obtain vital signs. She is awake and well oriented. Which of the following is the most appropriate response?