A 70-year-old patient with chronic diarrhea secondary to inf…
A 70-year-old patient with chronic diarrhea secondary to inflammatory bowel disease is referred to physical therapy for lower extremity strengthening. During the session, the patient reports feeling lightheaded and has noticeable muscle cramping in the calves. Vital signs show a blood pressure drop from 118/72 mmHg (supine) to 88/60 mmHg (standing). Laboratory results indicate low serum potassium and mild dehydration.