An older patient who is prescribed doxazosin mesylate (Cardura) has a lying blood pressure of 124/76 mm Hg and a sitting blood pressure of 100/64 mm Hg. What additional observation is needed for this patient?
1. Fall risk
2. Nausea and vomiting
3. Decreased urine output
4. Change in mental status
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Rationale: The patient's blood pressure values indicate postural hypotension. In addition, the patient is taking a medication that is an alpha blocker, which increases the risk for postural hypotension. Both factors would place the patient at a risk for falls.
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