The nurse has assessed the need to check the patient for orthostatic hypotension. Conditions that would cause the nurse to be concerned about this would be which of the following? (Select all that apply.)
a. Dehydration
b. Obesity
c. Recent blood loss
d. Cigarette smoking
e. Prolonged bed rest
A, C, E
Fluid volume deficit from decreased blood volume, dehydration, or recent blood loss, as well as prolonged bed rest, anemia, or antihypertensive medications, place patients at risk for orthostatic hypotension. Obesity, cigarette smoking, excessive alcohol intake, elevated blood cholesterol, and continued exposure to stress are also linked to hypertension.
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