Severe Headache in Obstetrics & Gynecology — Case | General Gynecology | SMLE Q#18137

SMLE Question #18137

Obstetrics & Gynecology General Gynecology

Objective: OBJ-OBG-HTN-ACUTE-001

Last updated: February 2026
A 27-year-old primigravida at 36 weeks’ gestation presents to obstetric triage with severe headache and blurred vision. She has no prior history of hypertension. Urinalysis by dipstick shows protein 2+ and is negative for leukocyte esterase and nitrites. What medication is most appropriate for acute treatment of her hypertension?

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