You are caring for a 42-year-old woman who is 32 weeks pregn…

You are caring for a 42-year-old woman who is 32 weeks pregnant with twins. She is complaining of a severe headache and blurred vision, and lives in a rural area approximately 30 miles from the nearest ED. Your physical exam reveals significant peripheral edema and the following vital signs: heart rate 98, blood pressure 156/98 mmHg, respirations 18. The patient states she has a history of hypertension, but has not taken her prescribed medications because “they aren’t safe for the babies.” Appropriate treatment for this patient includes:

A 26-year-old woman is complaining of severe abdominal pain…

A 26-year-old woman is complaining of severe abdominal pain and heavy vaginal bleeding. She has used five sanitary napkins in the past hour. Her last menstrual period was six weeks ago, and she describes a history of irregular periods, but never to this extent. Management of this patient should include: