A young adult woman has had orthopedic surgery on her right knee. The first time she gets out of bed, she describes weakness, dizziness, and feeling faint. The nurse correctly recognizes that which condition is likely affecting the client?
A) Thrombophlebitis
B) Anemia
C) Orthostatic hypotension
D) Bradycardia
Ans: C
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Orthostatic hypotension refers to a reduction in blood pressure with position changes from lying to sitting or standing. Blood pooling in the legs increases, thus increasing the postural hypotension. Thrombophlebitis refers to an inflammation of the veins; it manifests with redness and swelling. Anemia refers to a reduction in hemoglobin. This may present with feelings of weakness. Bradycardia refers to a reduced heart rate.
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