You are managing a patient who has been consuming large amounts of water while playing a sport outside for several hours. The patient presents with general malaise, has a severe headache, has vomited once, and complains of photophobia. The patient's core temperature is just slightly elevated, and you see bloating in his hands. During transport, in which position should this patient be placed?

A) Fowler's position
B) Supine position
C) Prone position
D) Trendelenburg position


A) Fowler's position

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