To reduce the threat of aspiration in the unconscious patient who is near death, the nurse should:
a. perform deep tracheal suctioning of the patient every hour.
b. place the patient in a side-lying position, with the head turned to the side.
c. slightly elevate the foot of the bed, with the patient in a supine position.
d. give the patient only thickened fluids.
ANS: B
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