Patient/caregiver was educated upon risk factors and causes for orthostatic hypotension as follows: Sudden position change: When an individual is in a lying down position or sitting, the effect of gravity is not significant. When an individual changes the position suddenly, for example, assuming a standing position from prolonged sitting or a lying down position, gravity comes into play. Gravity tends to retain more blood volume in the veins and lower portions of the body [...]

Patient was educated on management measures for orthostatic hypotension as follows: Wearing compression stockings on the legs and abdominal binders can help prevent increased pooling of blood in the abdominal viscera and large veins of the legs, thus decreasing the chances for sudden drop in blood pressure. Limit or avoid drinking alcoholic beverages. Alcohol increases frequency of urination and leads to low fluid volumes in the body, thus contributing to low blood pressure. Avoid bending [...]

Patient was educated on management measures for orthostatic hypotension as follows: Elevate head of the bed to 20 degrees, to prevent significant drop in blood pressure during a position change. Individuals with history of congestive heart failure, bradycardia, and episodes of myocardial infarction must be compliant with their medication intake, to prevent progression or deterioration of their health condition. Any exacerbation of episodes of dizziness and confusion, secondary to change in position should be promptly [...]

Patient was educated on management measures for orthostatic hypotension as follows: If the symptoms are secondary to volume depletion due to bleeding or vomiting or poor fluid intake, consider effective volume replacement measures, to cover for the volume deficit. Drink fluid liberally during prolonged periods of physical activity. Keeping hydrated helps prevent symptoms of low blood pressure. Lack of physical exercise and deconditioning of muscle leads to excessive pooling of blood in the large veins [...]

Patient was educated on management measures for orthostatic hypotension as follows: Avoid crossing the legs during sitting, as this posture can obstruct venous return from the legs to the heart and retain more blood volume in the legs, thus contributing to symptoms of orthostatic hypotension. Avoid extremely hot environments, such as, hot baths, saunas, and steam rooms, as high temperature can lead to excessive sweating and dehydration, contributing to episodes of low blood pressure and [...]