Which of the following describes placing a patient in Fowler's position?

the patient is placed on their left lateral side
the patient's feet are positioned lower than the head
the patient is placed upright
the patient's head is positioned lower than the feet


the patient's feet are positioned lower than the head

Rationale: Fowler's position slightly raises the patient's head above the level of their feet.

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