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Rachel Hardy — Obstetric Assessment — Gestational Hypertension

Complete Rachel Hardy Shadow Health Obstetric Assessment covering gestational hypertension at 32 weeks, BP 148/96, preeclampsia monitoring, fundal height 32cm, FHT 152bpm, urine protein trace, and the SBAR handoff and care plan documentation.

32 WeeksBP 148/96Gestational HypertensionPreeclampsia Risk
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Rachel Hardy — Obstetric Assessment

Rachel Hardy is a 32-week pregnant patient presenting with gestational hypertension and early signs of preeclampsia. Blood pressure is 148/96 mmHg, urine protein shows a trace, fundal height measures 32cm, and fetal heart tones are 152 bpm. The case requires students to differentiate gestational hypertension from preeclampsia, monitor maternal-fetal status, and complete structured SBAR documentation.

The assessment covers a full obstetric history, maternal vital signs, fetal surveillance, and lab interpretation. Students must prioritize correctly — recognizing when BP trends and proteinuria together cross the threshold requiring escalation, and how to document that reasoning in the EHR.

The completed bundle reflects the actual Rachel Hardy case flow: subjective health history, objective obstetric findings, preeclampsia monitoring protocol, SBAR handoff to the obstetric provider, and a completed maternity care plan with nursing diagnoses.

Primary Focus: Gestational hypertension with preeclampsia features at 32 weeks gestation — BP 148/96, trace proteinuria, fundal height 32cm, FHT 152bpm
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Full obstetric assessment transcript, BP monitoring documentation, preeclampsia risk findings, SBAR handoff, and maternity care plan.
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Gestational hypertension documentation, preeclampsia monitoring, obstetric SBAR handoff, and maternity nursing coursework.
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  • Gestational hypertension assessment with BP 148/96 mmHg and trace urine protein — documented with the threshold reasoning that separates it from mild hypertension
  • Fetal surveillance findings including FHT 152bpm and fundal height 32cm at 32 weeks, with documentation of normal variability context
  • Preeclampsia monitoring protocol including symptom review for headache, visual changes, epigastric pain, and edema scoring
  • Maternal history covering prenatal visit frequency, medications, diet, and psychosocial factors that affect antepartum management
  • SBAR handoff structured for communication to the obstetric provider with situation, background, assessment, and recommendation sections completed
  • Care plan with priority nursing diagnoses including risk for decreased placental tissue perfusion and deficient knowledge related to gestational hypertension management

Gestational hypertension with preeclampsia features

BP 148/96 and trace protein together at 32 weeks require the student to document the clinical threshold and reasoning, not just the numbers. The case is stronger than generic hypertension copy because it ties findings to escalation criteria.

Fetal surveillance and fundal height context

FHT 152bpm and fundal height 32cm at 32 weeks are both documented with the normal-range context that helps students understand when findings are reassuring versus requiring escalation.

SBAR structured for obstetric escalation

The SBAR section is written for obstetric provider communication, with situation framed around BP trend, background on gestational age and prenatal history, assessment of preeclampsia risk features, and a specific recommendation.

Maternity care plan with priority nursing diagnoses

The care plan includes risk for decreased placental tissue perfusion and deficient knowledge, with measurable goals and evidence-based interventions tied to the obstetric findings.

Gestational age32 weeks gestation with fundal height consistent with dates and fetal heart tones at 152bpm
Blood pressureBP 148/96 mmHg with trace proteinuria — case requires students to document the preeclampsia threshold reasoning
Monitoring protocolPreeclampsia symptom review including headache, visual changes, epigastric pain, and reflexes documented in full
Care planNursing diagnoses, goals, and interventions completed and linked to evidence-based obstetric practice guidelines
  • Rachel Hardy presents at 32 weeks gestation with blood pressure of 148/96 mmHg and trace urine protein, placing her at the borderline between gestational hypertension and preeclampsia.
  • She reports no headache, visual changes, or epigastric pain at the time of the visit, which is documented as part of the preeclampsia symptom review required in the assessment.
  • Prenatal history includes regular visits, no prior hypertension, no chronic kidney disease, and no prior preeclampsia, which strengthens the gestational hypertension differential.
  • Fetal movement is reported as normal and fundal height of 32cm is consistent with gestational age, supporting a reassuring but closely monitored fetal status.
  • Psychosocial history and support system are documented as part of the antepartum assessment, including stress level, home support, and readiness for delivery.
  • The case requires students to recognize when the combination of findings requires provider notification, how to frame that communication, and which nursing interventions take priority before escalation.

Key vital signs and obstetric findings

Blood pressure 148/96 mmHg, trace urine protein, FHT 152bpm, fundal height 32cm at 32 weeks gestation. Reflexes and edema are assessed and documented as part of the preeclampsia workup.

Fetal surveillance context

FHT 152bpm with normal variability noted. Fundal height is 32cm, consistent with gestational age. The documentation reflects reassuring fetal status in the context of maternal hypertension requiring close monitoring.

SBAR situation and background

The situation is framed around a 32-week patient with BP 148/96 and trace proteinuria requiring provider notification. Background covers gestational age, prenatal history, no prior hypertension, and current symptom review.

Assessment and recommendation

Assessment documents preeclampsia risk features based on BP threshold and proteinuria. Recommendation includes maternal BP monitoring, repeat urine protein, fetal surveillance, and review of escalation criteria.

Care plan priorities

Nursing diagnoses are ordered by priority with risk for decreased placental tissue perfusion listed first. Goals are measurable and interventions are linked to evidence-based obstetric monitoring guidelines.

Teaching and follow-up documentation

Patient education covers warning signs requiring immediate return, BP monitoring at home, activity modifications, and the importance of follow-up visits. Teaching is documented in the EHR.

FAQ

Common questions about the Rachel Hardy Shadow Health case

The case combines BP 148/96, trace proteinuria, 32-week gestation, and FHT 152bpm in one encounter. Students must document the preeclampsia threshold reasoning, not just the numbers, which is more complex than generic obstetric assessment copy.

The case documents BP 148/96 with trace proteinuria at 32 weeks. The absence of severe-range BP, severe symptoms, or significant proteinuria places the patient in the gestational hypertension category, but the trace protein requires documentation of close monitoring and threshold awareness.

The SBAR covers the situation of a 32-week patient with elevated BP and trace protein, background of prenatal history and no prior hypertension, assessment of preeclampsia risk, and a recommendation for monitoring, repeat labs, and provider review.

The care plan prioritizes risk for decreased placental tissue perfusion and deficient knowledge related to gestational hypertension management, with measurable goals and evidence-based obstetric interventions.

Yes. All findings, documentation, and care plan content are based on the actual Rachel Hardy Shadow Health obstetric assessment materials, including BP values, fetal findings, SBAR structure, and nursing diagnoses.

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About This Case

Rachel Hardy — Shadow Health Case Overview

The Rachel Hardy Shadow Health case is a maternity nursing simulation focused on gestational hypertension at 32 weeks gestation. Students must assess BP 148/96, trace proteinuria, fundal height, and fetal heart tones, differentiate gestational hypertension from preeclampsia, and complete a structured SBAR handoff and care plan. The case is commonly assigned in obstetric and maternity nursing rotations at programs including Chamberlain, GCU, and Walden.

Every document on NursingProxy is written by a board-certified PMHNP-BC — not AI, not tutors, not crowdsourced answers. When you access the Rachel Hardy documents you receive a full obstetric assessment transcript, BP monitoring documentation, preeclampsia risk findings, SBAR handoff, and a completed maternity care plan with nursing diagnoses. Each file is verified to meet the grading criteria used by nursing programs that assign this case.

Students use these materials to check their own work, understand what the platform rewards, and ensure their submission is complete before the deadline. The documents are written to reflect what a competent, thorough nurse would actually produce — not generic template answers.

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