A Patient Has Been Hospitalized for 5 Days After Pancreatic

Multiple Choice

A patient has been hospitalized for 5 days after pancreatic surgery.The nurse is preparing the patient to ambulate for the first time.What is the best action for the nurse to perform to prevent the patient from suffering orthostatic hypotension?

A) Have him sit up in bed for a few minutes before standing.
B) Have him sit up with his legs dangling over the side of his bed for a few minutes before standing.
C) Place him in a high-Fowler's position for a few minutes before standing.
D) Place him in a low-Fowler's position for a few minutes before standing.