The patient has a history of orthostatic hypotension.What is the priority action of the nurse?

A) Assist the patient to sit and stand slowly when getting out of bed.
B) Monitor the patient's neurological status carefully for symptoms of a stroke.
C) Always take the patient's blood pressure manually using a sphygmomanometer.
D) Check the patient's blood pressure on a lower extremity using a thigh-sized cuff.

Orthostatic Hypotension

A form of low blood pressure that happens when standing up from sitting or lying down, which can lead to dizziness or fainting.

Neurological Status

A term referring to the condition of the nervous system, assessing consciousness, sensory and motor function, and cognitive abilities.

Sphygmomanometer

A medical instrument used to measure arterial blood pressure, typically consisting of an inflatable cuff, a measuring unit, and sometimes a stethoscope.