NURSE’S ROLE IN EARLY DETECTION OF GESTATIONAL HIPERTENSION AND PRE-ECLAMPIA

Abstract

Gestational hypertension is a condition characterized by high blood pressure that appears after the twentieth week of pregnancy and generally disappears within ten days after birth. The present study aims to discuss Hypertension during pregnancy, with the aim of investigating the complications arising from this disease for mothers and the fetus. The methodology of this study is characterized by the descriptive nature of a bibliographic review. The searches were carried out using the LILACS, PUBMED, SCIELO, Virtual Health Library (VHL) databases. Therefore, it is essential to carry out a detailed study of intervention methods to ensure early diagnosis and effective treatment. Regular monitoring of blood pressure and assessment of symptoms such as swelling and proteinuria are essential. Implementing screening and educating pregnant women about warning signs can facilitate faster diagnosis. Therefore, comprehensive obstetric care and multidisciplinary collaboration are fundamental to the effectiveness of prevention and management of these conditions. It was concluded that it is necessary for nursing professionals to have extensive knowledge of hypertensive disorders specific to pregnancy, which is essential for reducing maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality.