NCLEX Practice Test 2025 – 400 Free Practice Questions to Pass the Exam

Preeclampsia is a serious condition in pregnancy that usually occurs after 20 weeks gestation and is characterized by high blood pressure and signs of damage to other organ systems, often the liver and kidneys. Some potential signs and symptoms to look out for in a client at 28 weeks gestation may include high levels of protein in the urine, frequent urination, headache, blurry vision, low hemoglobin levels, and pitting pedal edema.

Options B, C, D, and E are incorrect because they are not specifically related to preeclampsia. Frequent urination and headache may be common pregnancy symptoms, but they are not necessarily indicators of preeclampsia. A hemoglobin level of 10 g/dL (or 100 g/L) may be considered low, but it is not directly related to preeclampsia. 2+ pitting pedal edema may also be a common symptom in pregnancy, but it is not specific to preeclampsia. Overall, option A is the most specific and reliable indicator of preeclampsia in a client at 28 weeks gestation.