The technique used to check for postural hypertension is
a. BP and pulse after 5 to 10 minutes of rest in a flat position, then within 1 minute of sitting and again after 1 minute of standing
b. BP and respirations after 20 minutes of rest in a flat position, then with 5 minutes of sitting and again 5 minutes after standing
c. BP and pulse while lying, sitting, and standing with no rest period
d. BP and respirations lying, sitting, and stand-ing at 5-minute intervals
A
The correct method of checking for postural hypotension/hypertension is response A. Responses B, C, and D are incorrect. A change of 20 mm Hg in pressure in changing position is significant.
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