Practice Question
A nurse is caring for a client who is taking antihypertensive medication and is moving from a supine to a sitting position. Which of the following findings should indicate to the nurse that the client is experiencing orthostatic hypotension?
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
The client's systolic blood pressure decreases by 25 mm Hg.
Rationale:
🔹 Orthostatic hypotension is defined as a systolic drop of ≥20 mm Hg or diastolic drop of ≥10 mm Hg upon position change.
🔹 A 25 mm Hg systolic decrease clearly meets the criteria for orthostatic hypotension.
🔹 This condition is a common side effect of antihypertensive medications.
🔹 It increases the risk of dizziness, syncope, and falls, especially in older adults.
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RN ATI Capstone Proctored Comprehensive Assessment Form B
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