An Older Patient Develops Orthostatic Hypotension Secondary to an Antihypertensive

question 1

Multiple Choice

An older patient develops orthostatic hypotension secondary to an antihypertensive medication and asks what measures can be taken to minimize this condition. What will the provider recommend?

• A) Changing from sitting to standing slowly
• B) Decreasing the medication dosage
• C) Decreasing physical activity
• D) Performing the Valsalva maneuver

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