A patient with orthostatic hypotension asks why the health problem is occurring. What should the nurse include when explaining the causes of orthostatic hypotension to the patient? (Select all that apply.)
a. Experiencing pain
b. Use of narcotic pain medication
c. Lack of sufficient rest and sleep
d. Insufficient fluid volume in the body
e. Use of medication that takes fluid out of the body
ANS: A, B, D, E
Factors that may cause orthostatic hypotension include fluid volume deficit, diuretics, analgesics, and pain. C. Lack of rest and sleep are not identified as factors to cause orthostatic hypotension.
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