To Reduce the Incidence of Postural Hypotension in a Patient

question 36

Multiple Choice

To reduce the incidence of postural hypotension in a patient with a spinal cord injury,the nurse should:

• A) monitor diastolic blood pressure closely.
• B) encourage the patient to sit in wheelchair in upright position.
• C) raise the head of the bed 45 degrees before transfer to a wheelchair.
• D) encourage adequate intake of fluids to expand fluid volume.

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Definitions:

ATC

Average Total Cost is determined by dividing the overall production cost by the number of units produced.

MR

In economics, Marginal Revenue is the additional income received from selling one more unit of a good or service.

Peak Efficiency

The maximum point where resources are utilized in the most efficient way possible without wastage.

Maximizing Profits

The process of adjusting production or operations to achieve the highest possible profitability from the business activities.