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How can i prevent orthostatic hypotension?
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Slow Adjustments: Orthostatic hypotension can be prevented by gradually allowing your body to equilibrate in different phases of movement. For example, after laying in bed for prolonged periods of time, blood tends to pool away from the head. Sit up while still in bed, equilibrate for a few moments, and then proceed to stand. This gives your body's vasculature time to constrict and redirect blood appropriately.
Answered 3/4/2019
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Fluids: Drink more water and generous salt intake. Take care standing up!
Answered 3/24/2013
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