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1. Ante partum eclampsia: -

The fits start during pregnancy before the onset of labour (50%).

2. Intra partum eclampsia:-

The fits start for the first time during labour (25%).

3. Post partum eclampsia:-

The fits start after delivery, usually within 12 hours and very rarely after

48 hours (25%).

NURSING ROLE:-

1. Prevention:- To decrease the incidence of the disease through.

Adequate nutrition: All pregnant patients should receive a balanced diet

containing at least 60 to 70 g of protein, 1200 mg of calcium, adequate

intake of zinc, magnesium, sodium and vitamins every day. Drinking 6 to

8 glasses of water or fluid per day.

Adequate rest: (Bed rest) to:-

• Facilitate venous return.

• Increase circulatory volume.

• Enhancing renal and placental perfusion.

• Lowering Bl. pressure.

• The pt. should take from 8 to 12 hours of sleep each night and rest

period in the middle of the day.

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