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Orthostatic Hypotension, supine to sitting, lightheadedness, low bp, Phone…
Orthostatic Hypotension
Causes
Rapid fall in Blood Pressure when changing position
Loss of consciousness
How to avoid?
Slowly position the patient from supine to sitting.
Symptoms:
• Dimming of vision
• Decreased hearing
• Lightheadedness
Potential Risks:
Antihypertensive Medication
and
Patients with normally low BP
Treatment
Position: Supine
Circulation: Monitor Pulse
Airway/Breathing: Maintain Open Airway
Document/Definitive Diagnosis: Supplemental Oxygen and Call EMS
Monitor vital signs every 5 minutes. Call EMS if no improvement.
