Asked by Anbrea Bascom on Sep 28, 2024

A nurse reviews the history of a newly admitted patient. Which finding will alert the nurse that the patient is at risk for falls?

A) 55 years old
B) 20/20 vision
C) Urinary continence
D) Orthostatic hypotension

Orthostatic Hypotension

Abnormally low blood pressure occurring when a person stands.

  • Realize the necessity of adopting fall prevention tactics in diverse settings.