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What type of client would benefit the most from an elevated head of the bed position?



Asked by Santepro, Last updated: Oct 12, 2024

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Answered Apr 01, 2018

Patient who had a laryngectomy.

Place a post-laryngectomy client with head of bed elevated at 30-45 degrees to maintain a patent airway and reduce edema.Option A: Hemorrhoidectomy: Supine position.Option C: Liver biopsy: Right side-lying position.Option D: Lumbar puncture: Supine position for at least 4 hours.
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