A geriatric patient is started on an antihypertensive medication. The nurse explains to the patient to be careful when changing positions. This precaution is necessary for which reason?
a. Geriatric patients have visual problems.
b. Geriatric patients have joint disease.
c. Geriatric patients' hearing problems change their balance.
d. Geriatric patients experience postural hypotension.
ANS: D
Geriatric patients can become lightheaded when taking antihypertensive medications that can cause postural hypotension. This places them at risk for falls.
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