A client's plan of care specifies that he should spend the majority of his time in a high Fowler's position. When following this guideline, the nurse would elevate the client's head at:
A) 45°
B) 55°
C) 60° to 90°
D) 75° to 105°
C
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A high Fowler's position is an elevation of 60° to 90°.
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