A 72-year-old client reports experiencing episodes of dizziness when standing up from a sitting position. What should the nurse assess as a likely contributing factor to this symptom?
Orthostatic blood pressure changes
Blood sugar fluctuations
Inner ear infection
Dehydration
The correct answer is 'Orthostatic blood pressure changes' because older adults often experience orthostatic hypotension due to age-related changes in blood vessel elasticity and cardiovascular function. This results in a drop in blood pressure when changing positions, leading to dizziness. Dehydration can also cause dizziness in older adults but is not the most likely factor unless there are additional signs of fluid imbalance. Ear infections and blood sugar fluctuations are potential causes of dizziness but are less common in this context unless other symptoms point to those conditions.
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