Which of the Following Positions for a Pulmonary Patient MOST

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following positions for a pulmonary patient MOST likely leads to pooling of secretions in the lungs and a reduced functional residual volume?

• A)Prone
• B)Side lying
• C)Supine
• D)Sitting

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