A Client Is Demonstrating Dizziness and Lightheadedness Upon Standing

question 3

Multiple Choice

A client is demonstrating dizziness and lightheadedness upon standing. The nurse is concerned the client is experiencing postural hypotension when which of the following is assessed?

• A) Lying BP 120/70 mmHg, P 70; standing BP 116/78 mmHg, P 78
• B) Lying BP 116/64 mmHg, P 62; standing BP 94/58 mmHg, P 78
• C) Lying BP 130/80 mmHg, P 84; standing BP 118/72 mmHg, P 90
• D) Lying BP 126/74 mmHg, P 74; standing BP 108/62 mmHg, P 84

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Definitions:

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