Physiological Adaptation Q 49

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Which of the following positions would best aid breathing for a patient with acute pulmonary edema?

  

     A. Lying flat in bed

     B. Left side-lying position

     C. High Fowler’s position

     D. Semi-Fowler’s position

    

    

Correct Answer: C. High Fowler’s position

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High Fowler’s position facilitates breathing by reducing venous return. Lying flat and side-lying positions worsen breathing and increase the heart’s workload.

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Option A: Lying flat in bed would make the patient feel like he is “drowning”.

Option C: Side-lying position worsens breathing and increases the heart’s workload.

Option D: Semi-Fowler’s may not be enough to improve the patient’s breathing.

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