14th August 2024

A 32-year-old woman who is 34+5 weeks pregnant attends the Emergency Department with shortness of breath

A 32-year-old woman who is 34+5 weeks pregnant attends the Emergency Department with shortness of breath. Blood pressure at triage was 172/96 mmHg. Whilst being reviewed, she begins to have seizures and an emergency call is put out.

Which is the single most appropriate initial management step?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.