Pregnancy Induced

Hypertension

Noveno, Jamaica Leslie M.

Ma’am Virginia Jupiter
BSN-2A
Drugs and it’s Indication

 Methyldopa is in a class of medications called antihypertensives. It works by relaxing

the blood vessels so that blood can flow more easily through the body. High blood
pressure is a common condition and when not treated, can cause damage to the brain,
heart, blood vessels, kidneys and other parts of the body.

 Labetalol is a drug used to treat high blood pressure. It's also known by its brand names
Normodyne and Trandate. This medicine is in a group of drugs called beta blockers. It
works by relaxing blood vessels and slowing heart rate to improve blood flow and
decrease blood pressure.

 Hydralazine is a vasodilator that works by relaxing the muscles in your blood vessels to
help them dilate (widen). This lowers blood pressure and allows blood to flow more
easily through your veins and arteries. Hydralazine is used to treat high blood pressure
(hypertension).

 Tenormin (Atenolol) is indicated for the treatment of hypertension, to lower blood

pressure. Lowering blood pressure lowers the risk of fatal and non-
fatal cardiovascular events, primarily strokes and myocardial infarctions. These benefits
have been seen in controlled trials of antihypertensive drugs from a wide variety of
pharmacologic classes including atenolol.

 Nifedipine is in a group of drugs called calcium channel blockers. It works by relaxing

the muscles of your heart and blood vessels. Nifedipine is used to treat hypertension
(high blood pressure) and angina (chest pain). 

Nursing Considerations

Nurses also have a role in reducing the blood pressure of the patient. These are just simple
interventions but could create a dramatic effect when applied properly.

 Promote bed rest in a recumbent position to aid in the secretion of sodium.

 Promote good nutrition, since the woman has still to continue her usual pregnancy
nutrition.
 Provide emotional support to establish a trusting relationship and let the woman voice out
her fears.
 Monitor blood pressure of the patient. Measure in both arms or thighs three times, 3-5
minutes apart while patient is at rest, then sitting, then standing for initial evaluation
 Observe skin color, moisture, temperature, and capillary refill
 Note and assess for edema
 Maintain activity restrictions
 Instruct relaxation techniques and guided imagery