Asked by Hannah Wakeland on Jun 05, 2024

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Drop in blood pressure that occurs when a patient changes from sitting to a standing position

A) tachycardia
B) bradycardia
C) arrhythmia
D) inspiration
E) expiration
F) blood pressure
G) idiopathic hypertension
H) orthostatic hypotension
I) pulse pressure
J) auscultatory gap

Orthostatic Hypotension

A form of low blood pressure that happens when standing up from sitting or lying down, causing dizziness or lightheadedness.

Blood Pressure

The pressure exerted by circulating blood upon the walls of blood vessels, a critical indicator of cardiovascular health.

Sitting Position

The posture assumed by a person when they are seated, crucial for comfort and preventing musculoskeletal disorders.

  • Identify the terms associated with blood pressure and how it is measured.
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Jordan UrwinJun 11, 2024
Final Answer :
H
Explanation :
Orthostatic hypotension is the medical term for a drop in blood pressure that occurs when a person moves from a sitting to a standing position, causing symptoms like dizziness or lightheadedness.