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Area of Science:

  • Emergency Medicine
  • Clinical Assessment
  • Diagnostic Testing

Background:

  • Orthostatic vital signs (OVS) usage is debated regarding indications, performance, and interpretation, causing interprofessional conflict.
  • This review addresses the controversy by summarizing evidence for OVS in emergency department (ED) settings.

Approach:

  • This narrative review clarifies indications, performance, and interpretation of OVS measurements.
  • It evaluates OVS as a diagnostic test and as vital signs for frequent ED presentations.

Key Points:

  • Phlebotomy studies suggest OVS are more sensitive than supine vital signs for hypovolemia.
  • OVS have a low diagnostic yield with controversial positive criteria but are useful vital signs for selected ED patients.
  • Evidence supports a rapid OVS measurement protocol, including a 1-minute post-standing interval.

Conclusions:

  • OVS are beneficial for selected patients with common ED presentations such as dehydration, dizziness, and falls.
  • Physician interpretation of OVS indications and implications is crucial for patient care.
  • Early consideration of OVS measurement in selected patients is recommended due to ease of use and impact on decision-making.