A pregnant woman who is overweight has no previous history of hypertension (HTN) or diabetes mellitus (DM). Her initial screening exam reveals a blood pressure of 140/90 and a fasting blood glucose of 128 mg/dL. What will the practitioner do?

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The initial steps for managing a pregnant woman with hypertension and diabetes include closely monitoring blood pressure and fasting blood glucose levels. Insulin therapy may be initiated if needed, but not necessarily at this point. Antihypertensive medications may be considered if the blood pressure remains high despite lifestyle modifications. Referral to a high-risk pregnancy specialist may be necessary if the condition becomes more complicated or if the primary care practitioner feels the need for consultation.

A Pregnant Woman Who Is Overweight Has No Previous History