The nurse is providing discharge instructions to an older adult who is being discharged with orthostatic hypotension. Which of the following responses by the patient indicates a need for further education?
a. "I should take my blood pressure once a day at home."
b. "I should get up quickly to avoid my blood pressure dropping."
c. "I should drink plenty of water during the day."
d. "I should get up slowly and carefully."
ANS: B
In orthostatic hypotension, dizziness and loss of consciousness may occur if a patient changes position too quickly. Instead they should change positions slowly. A patient can take their blood pressure at home to monitor it, and drinking water will keep them hydrated.
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