Hypertensive Emergency (B/P remains > 220/120 on 2 readings 5 Min Apart)

Question 1

Hypertensive Emergency

B/P remains >220/120 on 2 readings 5 min apart

Answer 1

1) O2
2) Head elevated 30”
3) Labetalol - 10mg IV
4) If B/P still 220/110 after meds & 10 min then Labetalol 20 mg 20 mg IV