An older patient with significant dehydration would MOST likely present with:

A. an increase in blood pressure upon standing.
B. dizziness or fainting upon standing.
C. weakness to one side of the body.
D. a drop in heart rate upon standing.


Answer: B. dizziness or fainting upon standing.

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