NCLEX-RN (Registered Nurse) Practice Exam · Question
A patient reports feeling dizzy when standing up quickly. What is the most appropriate nursing recommendation?
Changing positions slowly helps the cardiovascular system adapt to changes in posture, mitigating orthostatic hypotension.
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Question: A patient reports feeling dizzy when standing up quickly. What is the most appropriate nursing recommendation?
Answer options:
- Increase fluid intake rapidly.
- Lie down immediately if dizziness occurs. ✅ Change positions slowly, especially from sitting to standing.
- Restrict fluid intake to prevent fluid shifts.
Correct answer: Change positions slowly, especially from sitting to standing.
Explanation: Changing positions slowly helps the cardiovascular system adapt to changes in posture, mitigating orthostatic hypotension.
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