Eclampsia in Pregnancy | Stages of Fits | Pregnancy induced hypertension | Nursing Lecture

Eclampsia (e-CLAMP-si-a) is a very serious complication of preeclampsia characterized by one or more seizures during pregnancy or in the postpartum period. Eclamptic seizures usually occur as a later complication of severe preeclampsia, but may also arise without any prior signs of severe disease. ❗What are the signs and symptoms of eclampsia? The main sign of eclampsia is seizures during pregnancy, but is often accompanied by high blood pressure readings. Report to your care provider if you exp