ORTHOSTATIC HYPOTENSION: MANAGING THE PATIENT WITH

Course overview

Orthostatic hypotension (OH; also known as postural hypotension) is defined as a decrease in systolic blood pressure (BP) of at least 20 mm Hg or a decrease in diastolic BP of at least 10 mm Hg within 3 minutes of rising from a lying or sitting position to a standing position. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of measures taken to prevent or minimize orthostatic hypotension. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.