Once the patient is cleared for mobilization, neurogenic orthostatic hypotension may occur. Such strategies as abdominal binder application, compression stockings, compression wrappings for the lower extremities, and slow elevation of the head of the bed may help reduce this risk.
In patients whose hypotension persists despite these interventions, midodrine, pseudoephedrine, and salt tablets have been shown to have some effect, such as increased heart rate and BP. Small studies suggest droxidopa also may raise BP.
Once the patient is cleared for mobilization, neurogenic orthostatic hypotension may occur. Such strategies as abdominal binder application, compression stockings, compression wrappings for the lower extremities, and slow elevation of the head of the bed may help reduce this risk.In patients whose hypotension persists despite these interventions, midodrine, pseudoephedrine, and salt tablets have been shown to have some effect, such as increased heart rate and BP. Small studies suggest droxidopa also may raise BP.
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