During early treatment, the client with hypertension experienced postural hypotension. The nurse can minimize symptoms of this problem by instructing the client to:
A)
rise slowly when changing from sitting or lying positions.
B)
limit Na in the diet.
C)
increase fluid intake.
D)
lie down for 1 hour after taking antihypertensive medications.
A
Explanation:
A)
Changing positions slowly allows for adjustment of vascular smooth muscle and ensures safety. Limiting sodium may help to reduce the blood pressure and maintain it at appropriate levels. Increasing fluids may be contraindicated. Postural hypotension can occur at any time, not just an hour after taking the med.
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B)
Changing positions slowly allows for adjustment of vascular smooth muscle and ensures safety. Limiting sodium may help to reduce the blood pressure and maintain it at appropriate levels. Increasing fluids may be contraindicated. Postural hypotension can occur at any time, not just an hour after taking the med.
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C)
Changing positions slowly allows for adjustment of vascular smooth muscle and ensures safety. Limiting sodium may help to reduce the blood pressure and maintain it at appropriate levels. Increasing fluids may be contraindicated. Postural hypotension can occur at any time, not just an hour after taking the med.
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D)
Changing positions slowly allows for adjustment of vascular smooth muscle and ensures safety. Limiting sodium may help to reduce the blood pressure and maintain it at appropriate levels. Increasing fluids may be contraindicated. Postural hypotension can occur at any time, not just an hour after taking the med.
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