A child is showing signs of acute respiratory distress. The child should be positioned
1. upright.
2. side-lying.
3. flat.
4. in semi-Fowlers.
Answer:1
Rationale:Upright is correct because it allows for optimal chest expansion. Side-lying,flat,and semi-Fowler's (head up slightly) do not allow for as optimal chest expansion as the upright position.
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