Orthostatic Hypotention

Question 1

What is it (Orthostatic Hypotension)

Answer 1

Systolic or diastolic BP drops more than 10 mm HG and heart rate increases by 10-120 when client changes position (lying, sitting, and standing) BP down HR up

Question 2

How will a client feel?

Answer 2

Dizzy, light-headed, unsteady

Question 3

How to assess for orthostatic hypotension?

Answer 3

Check BP while client is lying down, sitting up, and standing. Wait five minutes between measurements

Question 4

What is the treatment?

Answer 4

IV fluids for volume replacement