A nurse is caring for an individual who is to receive antidepressant therapy on an outpatient basis. What precaution should the nurse suggest to prevent risk of injury if the client experiences dizziness when getting out of bed?
A) Strictly avoid movements if dizziness occurs.
B) Rise slowly when getting out of bed.
C) Have breakfast before getting out of bed.
D) Have a glass of water to overcome dizziness.
Ans: B
Feedback:
The nurse should instruct the client to rise slowly when getting out of bed. Strictly avoiding movements will restrict the patient's mobility, which is unadvisable. Having breakfast or a glass of water before getting out of bed will not help the client to overcome dizziness because the dizziness is not due to lack of nourishment.
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