A patient who has been taking amitriptyline (Elavil) to treat depression has developed dizziness with a blood pressure of 94/60. The patient tells the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) that he...

A patient who has been taking amitriptyline (Elavil) to treat depression has developed dizziness with a blood pressure of 94/60. The patient tells the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP) that he needs to get up to use the bathroom. What are your best instructions for the UAP?

A. Keep the patient on bedrest and offer him a bedpan.

B. Have the patient take slow deep breaths and keep the head of his bed in a supine position.

C. Have the patient get up slowly and sit on the side of the bed before standing.

D. Keep the patient in bed until we can get an order for a bedside commode.