The nurse is caring for a patient who is experiencing dyspnea.Which position would be most effective if incorporated into the patient's care?

A) Supine
B) Head of bed elevated 80°
C) Head of bed elevated 30°
D) Lying on left side

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Elijah Kliphuis · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Elevating the head of the bed to 80° can help to relieve dyspnea by allowing for improved lung expansion and oxygenation. The supine position may exacerbate dyspnea, lying on the left side may not be beneficial, and elevating the head of the bed to only 30° may not be enough to alleviate dyspnea.

The nurse is caring for a patient who is experiencing dyspnea.Which position would be most effective if incorporated into the patient's care?

A) Supine
B) Head of bed elevated 80°
C) Head of bed elevated 30°
D) Lying on left side

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The nurse is caring for a patient who is experiencing dyspnea.Which position would be most effective if incorporated into the patient's care?A) SupineB) Head of bed elevated 80°C) Head of bed elevated 30°D) Lying on left side

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The nurse is caring for a patient who is experiencing dyspnea.Which position would be most effective if incorporated into the patient's care?

A) Supine
B) Head of bed elevated 80°
C) Head of bed elevated 30°
D) Lying on left side