Question

A client has been on bed rest for several weeks. The client complains of feeling light headed and dizzy after standing up. The client’s systolic blood pressure drops 20mmHg and their pulse increases by 15 beats per minute. This is referred to as which of the following?

a.

Positional hypotension

b.

Central venous hypotension

c.

Orthostatic hypotension

d.

Rebound hypotension

Which of the following bed positions does the nurse use to assist in moving a patient up a bed?

a.

High Fowler’s

b.

Semi Fowler’s

c.

Supine

d.

Reverse Trendelenburg

Mrs. Miriam, an 86-year-old client with Alzheimer’s disease, frequently attempts to get out of bed at night. Which alternative to restraints is most appropriate to use with this client?

	a.	Orient the client to her surroundings
	b.	Implement the use of relaxation techniques
	c.	Explain all procedures and treatments
	d.	Place a bed safety monitoring device on the bed

Answer 1

Client symptoms of low blood pressure, light headness, feeling dizzy with drop in systolic blood pressure and high in pulse rate indicate orthostatic hypotension and it happens when brain does not get enough blood supply.

Semi fowler's bed position nurse can be used to assist in moving a patient up a bed.

Alternative that can be used to restraint patient which is more appropriate is implementing the use of relaxation techniques during day time which helps patient to calm and also reduce his/her movements during night time.