Nurses Compass
Care Plan for Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) Management
Category: Cardiovascular
Assessment
Patient presents with dizziness, rapid heartbeat, and fatigue upon standing. Diagnosis of POTS confirmed.
Diagnosis
Risk for falls related to orthostatic intolerance.
Goals
Patient will demonstrate improved tolerance to standing and reduced symptoms. Patient will understand the importance of lifestyle modifications and follow the recommended plan.
Interventions
Monitor vital signs and symptoms regularly. Educate patient on the importance of increasing fluid and salt intake to improve blood volume. Encourage gradual increase in physical activity to improve cardiovascular conditioning. Administer prescribed medications to manage symptoms and support blood pressure regulation.
Rationale
These interventions aim to improve symptoms, support cardiovascular health, and educate the patient on managing the condition.
Evaluation
Patient's symptoms and response to treatment will be monitored regularly.