Because the Elderly Have Non-Elastic Blood Vessels, They Are Prone

Multiple Choice

Because the elderly have non-elastic blood vessels, they are prone to orthostatic hypotension. A priority intervention for a patient with orthostatic hypotension is to:

A) keep the patient in bed in a high Fowler's position.
B) allow the patient to sit on the side of the bed for a minute before standing.
C) instruct the patient to use the wheelchair for all mobility activity.
D) help the patient to rise quickly and support the patient for a minute.