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Gestational hypertension usually begins after 20 weeks of pregnancy, not before.

Blood pressure of 150/95 mmHg is not enough to diagnose gestational hypertension.The blood pressure must be greater than or equal to 140/90 mmHg on two occasions at least four hours apart.

Gestational hypertension does not resolve within 48 hours postpartum.It may last up to 12 weeks after delivery.

Eclampsia is a severe form of preeclampsia that causes seizures and coma.

HELLP syndrome is a life-threatening complication of preeclampsia that involves hemolysis, elevated liver enzymes, and low platelets.

It is not specific to chronic hypertension.

Placenta previa is a condition where the placenta covers the cervix and causes bleeding during pregnancy or delivery.

It is not related to chronic hypertension or preeclampsia.

Changes in vision, such as blurriness, light sensitivity or dark spots, can indicate brain trouble due to preeclampsia.People with preeclampsia should report any vision changes to their provider as soon as possible.

Aspirin and ibuprofen are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) that can increase blood pressure and affect kidney function, which are both complications of preeclampsia.People with preeclampsia should avoid taking NSAIDs during pregnancy unless prescribed by their provider.

Lying on the left side can help lower blood pressure and improve blood flow to the placenta, which can benefit both the mother and the baby in preeclampsia.People with preeclampsia should lie on their left side if they have a headache or other symptoms.

Urine output of 40 mL/hr is within the normal range and does not indicate magnesium toxicity.

Deep tendon reflexes of 2+ are normal and do not indicate magnesium toxicity.

Diminished or absent deep tendon reflexes are a sign of magnesium toxicity.

Serum magnesium level of 6 mg/dL is within the normal range and does not indicate magnesium toxicity.The normal range for serum magnesium level is 1.7 to 2.3 mg/dL.

The client should have their blood pressure checked again within 7 to 10 days after delivery, and then again at 6 weeks postpartum.

The client can breastfeed safely even if they have high blood pressure or are taking antihypertensive medications.Breastfeeding has many benefits for both the mother and the baby, and most antihypertensive drugs are compatible with breastfeeding.

Oral contraceptives are not recommended for women who have had gestational hypertension or preeclampsia, especially if they have other risk factors such as obesity, smoking, or thrombophilia.Oral contraceptives can increase the risk of thromboembolic events and hypertension in these women.Non-hormonal or progestogen-only methods of contraception are preferred.