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:

Utilitarianism

An ethical theory that posits the best action is the one that maximizes utility, usually defined as that which produces the greatest well-being of the greatest number of people.

Virtue Ethics

An ethical theory that emphasizes virtues of mind, character, and sense of honesty as the basis for morality.

Ethics of Care

A normative ethical theory that emphasizes interpersonal relationships and compassion as foundational to moral action.

Psychological Egoism

The theory that suggests that all human actions are motivated by self-interest, even in what seem to be acts of altruism.