Lowry M et al (2016) Orthostatic hypotension 2: the physiology of blood pressure regulation. Nursing Times; 112: 43/44,, 17-19. In response to certain situations, a series of actions take place in the body that can either raise or lower blood pressure.
Point-of-care testing. Point-of-care testing (POCT), or bedside testing is defined as medical diagnostic testing at or near the point of careâthat is, at the time and place of patient care.
Power of attorney. A medical or health care power of attorney is a type of advance directive in which you name a person to make decisions for you when you are unable to do so. In some states this directive may also be called a durable power of attorney for health care or a health care proxy.