HELLP Syndrome – Signs and Symptoms Nursing Mnemonic (HELLP)
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  Outline HELLP

• H-Hemolysis
• E-Elevated
• L-Liver function tests
• L-Low
• P-Platelet count

Description HELLP syndrome is a severe and life-threatening complication, typically related to preeclampsia. It typically occurs in the third trimester.The defining characteristics are hemolysis (breakdown of red blood cells), elevated liver enzymes, and low platelet count.