Hypertension in pregnancy

At the end of this module participants will be able to:

• Identify the blood pressure parameters that define hypertension and severe hypertension in pregnancy.
• Explain how to accurately measure the blood pressure of a pregnant woman.
• Describe the features of chronic hypertension and its treatment.
• Discuss the features of gestational hypertension, relevant investigations, and treatment.
• Describe the features of eclampsia and its treatment.
• Outline the potential long-term health consequences and recommended health checks for women who have had hypertensive disorders in pregnancy.