Which of the following positions is used to promote postural drainage in the patient?
a. Flat
b. Fowler's
c. Trendelenburg's
d. Semi-Fowler's
C
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A The flat position is used for patients with vertebral injuries and in cervical traction, for sleeping patients, and for those who are hypotensive.
B Fowler's position is preferred while the patient eats and is used during nasogastric tube insertion. This position promotes lung expansion.
C Trendelenburg's bed position is used for postural drainage.
D Semi-Fowler's position promotes lung expansion and is used when patients receive gastric feedings to reduce regurgitation and risk of aspiration.
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