NCLEX-RN (Registered Nurse) Practice Exam · Question
A patient is experiencing orthostatic hypotension. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Orthostatic hypotension is caused by a sudden drop in blood pressure upon standing. Slow position changes allow the body to compensate and prevent symptoms.
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Question: A patient is experiencing orthostatic hypotension. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Answer options:
- Encourage rapid position changes.
- Administer a prescribed diuretic. ✅ Assist the patient to sit or stand slowly.
- Restrict fluid intake to prevent fluid overload.
Correct answer: Assist the patient to sit or stand slowly.
Explanation: Orthostatic hypotension is caused by a sudden drop in blood pressure upon standing. Slow position changes allow the body to compensate and prevent symptoms.
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