After abdominoplasty, the nurse would place the client in the
a. low-Fowler position.
b. mid-Fowler position with knees bent.
c. side-lying position.
d. supine position with knees bent.
B
The post-abdominoplasty client needs to lie in a contouring position (i.e., mid-Fowler position with knees bent) when in bed to decrease tension on the suture lines.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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