Orthostatic Hypotension
Presented by Jamie M. Caulley
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Video Runtime: 3 Minutes; Learning Assessments: 2 Questions
Orthostasis or postural hypotension is a common finding in older adults, among other populations, and can lead to unnecessary falls. Proper BP monitoring in supine and standing can help uncover orthostasis and address fall risk.
Learning Objectives
Orthostasis or postural hypotension is a common finding in older adults, among other populations, and can lead to unnecessary falls. Proper BP monitoring in supine and standing can help uncover orthostasis and address fall risk.
Learning Objectives
- Demonstrate how to perform orthostatic testing accurately
- Understand when to utilize orthostatic testing
Meet your instructor
Jamie M. Caulley
Jamie Caulley is a physical therapist working in an outpatient clinical practice for Providence St. Joseph’s Health in Portland, Oregon. Providence St. Joseph’s is an integrated healthcare organization with 8 hospitals, 45+ primary care clinics, and 35+ rehab clinics in Oregon and southwest Washington. She led clinical…
