The postural drainage technique consists of placing the patient in one of several ________ so that gravity helps draw secretions from certain areas of the lungs and bronchi into the trachea.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


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Postural drainage consists of placing the patient in one of several positions so that gravity helps draw secretions from certain areas of the lungs and bronchi into the trachea.

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