Practice Question
A nurse on a medical unit is planning care for an older adult client who takes several medications. Which of the following prescribed medications places the client at risk for orthostatic hypotension? (Select all that apply)
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Lisinopril
Rationale:
🟢 These medications can cause orthostatic hypotension due to vasodilation or diuresis.
🟢 Lisinopril – an ACE inhibitor, causes peripheral vasodilation.
🟢 Furosemide – a loop diuretic, causes fluid loss and hypotension.
🟢 Doxazosin – an alpha blocker, lowers BP by vasodilation.
🟢 Clopidogrel (antiplatelet) and atorvastatin (lipid-lowering) do not typically affect BP.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Capstone Exam(s)
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