A patient is taking a medication that has the potential to cause orthostatic hypotension.Which of the following nursing interventions is appropriate for this patient?
A) Have the patient sit slowly and dangle.
B) Refer the patient to physical therapy.
C) Keep the side rails up at all times.
D) Obtain a walker or a cane for patient use.
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