Which of the Following Applies/apply to Orthostatic Hypotension Associated with Prolonged

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following applies/apply to orthostatic hypotension associated with prolonged immobility?

• A) Sudden changes in body position from supine to upright may cause low blood pressure.
• B) Venous return and cardiac output are decreased with immobility.
• C) All cardiovascular reflexes are lost with prolonged immobility.
• D) A and B

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Normally Distributed

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Standard Deviation

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Standard Normal

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