THE ROLE OF NURSING IN MONITORING PREGNANT WOMEN WITH PREECLAMPSIA: AN INTEGRATIVE REVIEW

Abstract

Introduction: Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy (HDP) are among the leading causes of maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality, with pre-eclampsia standing out as one of its most severe forms. This condition is characterized by the onset of high blood pressure after the 20th week of gestation, and may be associated with proteinuria and maternal systemic changes. Objective: To analyze the scientific evidence on the role of nursing in the care of pregnant women with pre-eclampsia, identifying the main interventions performed during prenatal care, childbirth, and the postpartum period. Methodology: This is an integrative literature review conducted in the PubMed and SciELO databases. The following search strategy was used: (“Nursing Care” OR “Home Health Nursing” OR “Primary Nursing” OR “Patient-Centered Care”) AND (“Pregnant People” OR “Pregnancy”) AND (“Pre-Eclampsia” OR “Preeclampsia”). Full, free articles published between 2020 and 2025, in Portuguese and English, were included. After applying the eligibility criteria, 18 studies comprised the final sample. Results: The studies showed that nursing plays a fundamental role in the early identification of risk factors, maternal-fetal monitoring, health education, and humanized care. Interventions such as regular blood pressure measurement, laboratory monitoring, guidance on warning signs, and emotional support contributed to better maternal and fetal outcomes. Conclusion: The qualified performance of nursing is essential for the promotion of maternal and fetal health, reduction of complications associated with pre-eclampsia, and improvement of the quality of care provided to pregnant women.