Which of the following positions is the lowest angle at which neck vein distention would be considered significant?
1. client in supine position
2. head of the bed elevated 10 to 20 degrees
3. head of the bed elevated 30 to 45 degrees
4. head of the bed at 90 degrees
ANS: 3
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