An Older Patient Being Treated for Hypertension Experiences Lightheadedness When

question 12

Multiple Choice

An older patient being treated for hypertension experiences lightheadedness when getting up in the middle of the night to void and when making sudden movements. How should the nurse instruct this patient?

• A) Encourage a sleeping pill to prevent nighttime waking.
• B) Ensure that the side rails are upright on the bed to prevent the patient from ambulating.
• C) Move slowly from a lying to a sitting position and then slowly from sitting to standing.
• D) Decrease fluid intake in the evening to prevent the need to get up in the middle of the night.

Recognize the influence of cultural differences on psychological diagnosis and treatment.

Identify the effects of societal and political attitudes on the mental health and diagnosis of communities of color.

Acknowledge the role and efficacy of traditional healers and indigenous paraprofessionals in mental health care.

Comprehend the importance of culturally sensitive diagnostic tools and practices in mental health.

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Definitions:

Polycythemia

Polycythemia is a blood condition characterized by an increased concentration of hemoglobin in the blood, leading to thicker blood.

RBCs

Red Blood Cells, responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body.

Hyperglycemia

A medical condition characterized by high levels of glucose in the blood, often associated with diabetes.

Hypoglycemia

A condition characterized by abnormally low blood sugar levels, often causing symptoms like dizziness or loss of consciousness.