What factors contribute to the development of orthostatic hypotension? (Select all that apply.)
A)Altered body chemistry
B)Drug action of certain antihypertensive agents
C)Prolonged immobility
D)Effects of aging on postural reflexes
E)Any condition that produces volume overload

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Orthostatic hypotension may be acute or chronic. Acute orthostatic hypotension (temporary type) may result from (1) altered body chemistry, (2) drug action (e.g., antihypertensives, antidepressants), (3) prolonged immobility caused by illness, (4) starvation, (5) physical exhaustion, (6) any condition that produces volume depletion (e.g., massive diuresis, potassium or sodium depletion), and (7) venous pooling (e.g., pregnancy, extensive varicosities of the lower extremities). Older adults are susceptible to this type of orthostatic hypotension, in which postural reflexes are slowed as part of the aging process. Volume overload would not produce orthostatic hypotension.

What Factors Contribute to the Development of Orthostatic Hypotension? (Select