Fowler's position is the terminology used when the hospital bed is positioned so that:
A. The lower portion of the bed is elevated 45 to 60 degrees to reduce lower body edema.
B. The upper portion of the bed is elevated 45 to 60 degrees to elevate the client's upper body.
C. The bed is maintained in a level position so that client remains in level supine.
ANS: B
When the upper portion is raised 45 to 60 degrees, the client's position is referred to as Fowler's position.
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