The Nurse Is Positioning a Client with Left-Sided Heart Failure

question 35

Multiple Choice

The nurse is positioning a client with left-sided heart failure in bed. Which sleeping position is most appropriate for this client?

• A)Reclining with 3 pillows under head
• B)Lying on the left side with 1 pillow under head
• C)Lying supine with 1 pillow under head
• D)Lying in the Sims position with 2 pillows under head

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